Avalon MP accused of giving middle finger during carbon tax vote

Avalon MP Ken McDonald caused a stir inside the House of Commons on Monday during a vote related to the federal carbon tax, making a gesture toward the opposing Conservatives, which the Opposition whip called a middle finger to Canadians.

Avalon MP accused of giving middle finger during carbon tax vote
A wide view of people sitting in the House of Commons. On the far right of the screen, a standing man scratches his head with what appears to be his middle finger as he looks down at the floor.

Avalon MP Ken McDonald caused a stir inside the House of Commons on Monday during a vote related to the federal carbon tax, making a gesture toward the opposing Conservatives, which the Opposition whip called a middle finger to Canadians.