However, the media’s emphasis on Sajjan’s diminished role in the operation may lead the Canadian public to misunderstand the significant role Sajjan did play in Canada’s Afghanistan missions. It was thus, I argued, a conflict of interest for Sajjan to be the one to reject such a commission. At no time was he involved in the transfer of Afghan detainees, nor did he have any knowledge relating to the matter.” Dawson then concluded: “Mr. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has also helped stonewall the creation of a commission and shield Sajjan. At the same time, Trudeau owes the public a response to the calls he’s received for a commission of inquiry.

Source: National Post May 03, 2017 12:00 UTC