The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge Raj and Russo -- Back to the Future
Dec 2, 2025
Althia Raj, a political journalist with the Toronto Star, and Rob Russo, an Economist correspondent, dive into the implications of Mark Carney's cabinet reshuffle in Canada. They discuss the strategic choice between the U.S. F-35 and Sweden's Gripen fighter jets, weighing security, costs, and job prospects. Althia raises concerns about U.S. control, while Rob highlights the F-35's performance benefits. Together, they navigate the intricate political landscape behind these decisions and the impact on national unity and defense strategies.
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Pragmatic Cabinet Reset
- Mark Carney brought back Mark Miller to quickly deliver on files where experience matters.
- The move signals pragmatism over ideology in early cabinet formation.
Value Of Indigenous Credibility
- Mark Miller is valued for bluntness and strong Indigenous relationships that aid reconciliation work.
- Those skills make him useful for national unity and Indigenous portfolios now.
Targeted Retentions, Not Purge
- Carney retained some Trudeau-era figures he deemed useful rather than purging all predecessors.
- He appears to be applying quick fixes while preparing a larger shuffle later.