CANADALAND Ben Mulroney Says He's Biased and Not a Journalist. He's Global's New Politics Host.
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Sep 19, 2025 A non-journalist has been hired to cover Canadian politics, sparking debate about media ethics. With parliament back in session, tensions flare as Carney and Poilievre engage in a heated exchange. The conversation shifts to significant cabinet changes and the upcoming budget, which will test the government's direction. Meanwhile, an AI minister in Albania is poised to tackle corruption, while a CBC employee files a discrimination complaint. It's a whirlwind of political maneuvering and media critique.
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Parliament's Performance Missed The Moment
- Day one parliamentary theatrics misread the national mood and came off as low-stakes showmanship.
- Jesse and Noor say Canadians want results, not performative leader banter.
Leaders Are Chasing Past Moments
- Both Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre are chasing past political moments that no longer exist.
- Shannon Proudfoot's framing shows their current actions try to recapture sold political identities, not govern.
Carney's Early Moves Signal A Testy Run
- Carney is reshuffling Trudeau-era figures to avoid the 'same old' critique and to install his people.
- The upcoming budget and nation-building projects are immediate tests of his leadership.