“I want to blame the other party for high debt and spending. I want the government to spend less.”
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A debate about government spending and deficits. The Conservatives criticized the high levels of spending and debt, while the Liberals defended their spending on various programs and benefits, asking the Conservatives what specific cuts they would make.
“Government spending is out of control. You've added $90 billion in new spending and we're paying more in interest than the GST brings in or health transfers. Every family is paying $3,300 a year in interest. Will you change course in the fiscal update or make Canadians pay even more for Liberal spending?”
“Government spends too much. Highest since 1996. More debt, inflation, interest rates. Families have less money. I want government to spend less so people keep more money.”
“Too much spending is bad. The government is spending too much and adding to Canadians' debt. I want the government to spend less.”