John Iverson, a political reporter for The Economist focusing on Trudeau, joins Emma Hogan, the publication’s deputy briefings editor with expertise in Ireland’s social shifts. They discuss Trudeau's challenges as he leads a minority government and the strategies needed to regain support amid regional tensions. Hogan shares insights on Ireland's remarkable transition from conservatism to progressivism, highlighting key moments like the legalization of same-sex marriage. They also tackle alarming trends in the global Democracy Index, reflecting on the state of democratic norms today.