I like the part that says: "do We want to be informed, or just see our fears confirmed?" :)

and the journalists apology:

Readers have noted that the MIT report which I have remarked earlier date in June 2010. After checking, I see that that is correct. My apologies, I have learned a few days ago.

Nevertheless, this report generally favorable shale gas, prepared by researchers of the highest caliber, went unnoticed here. That does not mean that the exploitation of shale gas is safe. Simply, all is not as dark as what some claim.

I looks to me like this Charest government want to speak to voters on both sides. To pro and contra a morarorium?