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Election! Rallies, reporters, and tax havens

Apr 14, 2025
Rosemary Barton, CBC's chief political correspondent, lends her expertise on the vibrant and contentious Canadian election campaign. She offers insights into party rallies and the dynamics of crowd sizes influencing public perception. Topics include Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre's media access challenges and Liberal leader Mark Carney's controversial ties to billion-dollar tax havens. Kate McKenna joins to reveal the fascinating story of Liberal staffers planting 'stop the steal' buttons at a conservative event, exposing a layer of political intrigue.
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Episode guests

Kate McKenna
Rosemary Barton

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Quick takeaways

  • The importance of upcoming election debates is heightened as they could significantly influence candidates' standings just two weeks before Election Day.
  • Media access restrictions during political rallies highlight concerns about transparency and accountability in conveying critical information to voters.

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