House leader says his lack of French won’t be a ‘big issue’

He can't speak French, but Tony Valeri, who was sworn into one of the most important positions in Prime Minister Paul Martin's Cabinet on July 20 as government House leader, says it shouldn't be a problem, although the well-liked and low-key minister will have to be in top form and talking to all...

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