The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge Good Talk -- Game On! Carney versus Poilievre is The Main Event
Mar 21, 2025
With the Canadian election just around the corner, the spotlight is on Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre as they battle for leadership. The risks of excluding journalists from campaigns are highlighted, illustrating its impact on democracy. The importance of genuine media engagement and storytelling, especially regarding Indigenous issues, is emphasized. Relationships matter in politics, and Poilievre's strained ties with Ontario's Doug Ford could pose challenges. Polling data reveals shifting public sentiments, hinting at an unpredictable landscape for Conservatives and Liberals alike.
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Mulroney's Campaign Travel
- Chantal Hébert recounts covering Brian Mulroney's 1988 campaign.
- Mulroney's cross-country blitz, utilizing time zones, made it logistically challenging for journalists not on his plane.
Turner and the Press
- Hébert shares an anecdote about covering John Turner's campaign in 1988.
- A news story broke about executives wanting to replace Turner, highlighting the benefit of having journalists on hand for immediate response.
Excluding Journalists: A Double-Edged Sword
- Poilievre's choice to exclude journalists might backfire.
- While controlling the narrative is easier without scrutiny, quick responses to breaking news become harder.