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Did the Liberal debates change anything for the contenders?
Feb 28, 2025
Joining Rosemary Barton are Chantal Hébert, a seasoned political columnist, Andrew Coyne, a sharp analyst known for his insights, and Althia Raj, a keen observer of Canadian politics. They dive into the recent Liberal leadership debates, weighing the impact on candidates like Mark Carney amid conflicts of interest. They also scrutinize Jagmeet Singh's controversial call to ban Donald Trump from the G7, discuss geopolitical tariff implications, and highlight the critical need for authenticity in political leadership.
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- The Liberal leadership debates revealed Mark Carney's strengths while raising concerns over his communication skills and corporate ties affecting voter connection.
- Amidst U.S. tariff threats, Canada is encouraged to pursue a multilateral approach to trade negotiations to protect its economic interests.
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