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585. A Social Activist in Prime Minister’s Clothing

Freakonomics Radio

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Canada's Healthcare and Societal Challenges

This chapter examines the Canadian healthcare system, comparing it to the NHS while discussing initiatives aimed at improving affordability. It addresses critical issues such as the impact of affordable childcare on women's workforce participation and the complexities of cannabis legalization from a public health perspective. The chapter also reflects on Canada’s political climate under Justin Trudeau, his self-identification as a social activist, and the importance of empathetic storytelling in modern society.

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