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The Economy

A debate on the economy where the Conservatives criticized the Liberal government's economic record and handling of the deficit, while the Liberals accused the Conservatives of voting against support for workers, families and children. Both sides mostly engaged in partisan attacks rather than substantive discussion of economic policy.

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Hon. Patty Hajdu

Liberal
“I'm filling time with kind words and saying nothing anyone could pin down later.”
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Hon. Patty Hajdu

Liberal
“I want to claim Conservative voters like me. They supposedly cheer for my fighting talk. I want people to think I'm popular and authentic.”
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