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A debate about high gas prices and taxes. The Conservative member complained about high gas taxes and prices, while the Liberal member blamed global factors and talked up their new spending programs.

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Helena Konanz

Conservative
“Families need to drive. Gas prices are high. The government should cut gas taxes for everyone. Our plan would cut gas prices by 25 cents per liter all year. The Liberal plan only cuts prices until Labour Day. Gas prices are still very high even with the Liberal plan. High gas prices hurt rural communities most. Why won't the government cut gas taxes for longer?”
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Helena Konanz

Conservative
“The government's gas tax cut will end too soon. I want longer relief at the pump. Look at how other countries cut their gas taxes more than we did. I want Canada to copy them. The government should adopt my party's plan to cut gas taxes for longer.”
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