The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Canadians voted, and Mark Carney was the winner, but it was not a majority win, at least not yet.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Whoever wins will be greeted with binders prepared by the public service with briefings on every major issue facing the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Millions of Canadians are about to decide, if they haven't already in advance polls, which party & which leader they want to form a government.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's question asked listeners about their decision and how they are making it.  We didn't want to know who you voted for, but rather how you arrived at your decision.  You responded in huge numbers from coast to coast to coast and beyond!  Plus the Random Ranter is here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this engaging discussion, James Moore, a former Conservative MP and cabinet minister, teams up with Jerry Butts, former principal secretary to Justin Trudeau. They delve into whether Canada needs a majority government to effectively navigate the challenges posed by Donald Trump's presidency. The pair shares insights on regional representation, the psychological pressures of campaigning, and the illusion of debates that prioritize performance over substance. They also emphasize the critical importance of high voter turnout in shaping Canada's political future.

What should we be watching for as the leaders hit the final days of their campaigns to woo voters. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There was a time when Canada lost the best and the brightest in a "brain drain" to the United States. Is the reverse beginning to happen now? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Delve into the impact of recent political debates on Canada's election landscape. Analyze candidate performances, particularly Mark Carney's rise, and the Green Party's challenges. Explore how the exclusion of certain parties shapes voter perceptions and the strategies adopted by campaigns. Discuss critical issues like affordability and the relationship with the US. Learn about the dynamics behind voter engagement as the election approaches, focusing on turnout trends and party strategies. Unearth the evolving role of media in political discourse.

For many Canadians, it all comes down to this -- how do the candidates perform in tonight's debate? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson, a seasoned Canadian pollster and political analyst, and Fred DeLore, a savvy Conservative strategist, dive into the controversial tactics of the Liberal Party, including a recent 'button scandal.' They discuss how political integrity and campaign strategies shape voter perceptions leading up to the upcoming debates. With insights on the importance of candidate likability and media influence, the conversation also touches on the shift to social media in political commentary. Join them as they detail the art of debate preparation and its challenges.