Susan Smith

In this discussion, Susan Smith, a Liberal commentator and co-founder of Blue Sky Strategy Group, offers insights into the critical issues at play in the upcoming elections. She emphasizes the tension between pressing domestic concerns like housing and healthcare versus external threats from Trump’s administration. The chat explores the Prime Minister's efforts to balance diplomatic relations with the U.S. while also addressing Canadian voters' needs, showcasing the complexities of political strategy in a disrupted landscape.

Susan Smith, principal of Blue Sky Strategy Group, and Tim Powers, chair of Summa Strategies, unpack the intriguing shifts in Canadian politics following Trudeau's resignation. They discuss the urgent need for the Liberal Party to find a new leader amid uncertain public sentiment favoring Conservatives. The conversation dives into potential candidates, the implications of political instability for trade, and how the Liberals must reconnect with voters to prepare for the upcoming federal election. Expect insights from both liberal and conservative perspectives.