The Munk Debates Podcast cover image

Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: The Crisis of Canadian Democracy

The Munk Debates Podcast

00:00

Diminished Democracy: The Erosion of Canadian Parliament

This chapter critically examines the current state of the Canadian Parliament, illustrating its decline into ineffectiveness and citizen apathy amid national crises. It discusses the alarming centralization of power, where party whips dictate parliamentary discourse, limiting democratic engagement and accountability. The narrative also critiques the changing leadership dynamics, highlighting a lack of challenge within party structures and the cyclical nature of governance that stifles true electoral competition.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app