Not just the shock twist of the Crown staying the breach of trust charge that had been laid against Vice-Admiral Mark Norman. During the months-long uncertainty, the Crown alleged, Norman had communicated cabinet secrets to Davie, to assist in its lobbying efforts. No one alleged that this was for financial gain, that Norman was on the take. Even Norman’s accusers agreed he simply wanted the ship because he believed the fleet needed it. And in the meantime, for what it’s worth, remember that ship the Liberals weren’t so sure they wanted?

Source: National Post May 08, 2019 16:06 UTC