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Post-Election Special: It's Still the Economy (Duh.)

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Apr 30, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Poilievre's Surprising Seat Loss

  • Pierre Poilievre lost his own seat despite bringing his party to historic vote share highs since the 1980s.
  • Bruce Fanjoy, the Liberal challenger, unexpectedly won by persistent door-knocking, surprising political commentators.
INSIGHT

Carney's Strategic Timing

  • Mark Carney strategically timed his campaign to become prime minister during a crisis moment.
  • His long game of waiting and building reputation paid off, making him uniquely suited for today's moment.
INSIGHT

Banker Trust Amid Economic Anxiety

  • Voters chose Mark Carney's leadership because they trust a banker to manage economic uncertainty.
  • The election centered on economic anxiety and affordability rather than just Trump-related fears.
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