Amanda Alvaro

Join Amanda Alvaro, a former Liberal strategist, and Brad Levine, ex-NDP Campaign Director, as they dive into the high-stakes final days of the federal election. They explore how party leaders are honing in on key battlegrounds, the shifting dynamics in regions like Quebec and British Columbia, and the urgent need for the NDP and Conservatives to engage voters. Also discussed are the electoral impacts of crime and homelessness in campaign messaging, alongside the crucial role of strategic communication in energizing supporters and nudging undecided voters.

Katie Simpson, CBC's U.S. correspondent, and Amanda Alvaro, a former Liberal strategist, dive into Trump's recent trade announcements, including a surprising pause on tariffs affecting many nations but not Canada. They unpack the confusion caused by contradicting statements from U.S. officials. The discussion also highlights the Green Party's stance against binary choices in politics and critiques proposals for fossil fuel development while pushing for meaningful climate action. Listeners gain insights into the delicate balance of current political and economic strategies.