“I want the Prime Minister to stop borrowing and spending so much money. His high deficit is costing taxpayers a lot in interest payments. He should spend less on debt and more on things people actually need like healthcare.”
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A debate on the government's spending and budget. The Conservatives criticized the Liberals for running high deficits and increasing costs, while the Liberals highlighted investments in trades training and support for workers. Much of the discussion consisted of partisan attacks and talking points rather than substantive debate on fiscal policy.
“I'm announcing that we will spend $6 billion dollars to create more skilled trade jobs. We will give up to $16,000 to people in apprenticeship programs. This is good news for workers. If you vote against this, you are voting against workers.”
“You say you're helping tradespeople, but Canadians have high unemployment, debt, and housing costs. I think the Prime Minister is a bad money manager just like Justin Trudeau was.”
“Someone said something nice. Look, a endorsement! Forget the actual question about high costs. I want you to feel bad for criticizing me.”
“These Liberals spend too much. More spending means more debt and more taxes. It means higher prices and a worse economy. The Prime Minister needs to stop spending so people can afford to live.”
“I'm ignoring your points about high costs and debt. Instead let me appeal to emotion by talking about young Canadians and affordable homes, while expanding a program that will cost a lot more money.”
“I don't want to talk about your program. I want to talk about you instead. Look how bad things are! I blame you.”
“I don't want to answer that. I want to talk about how mean Conservatives are instead. They're so mean! Zero respect! But we're great. We'll deliver everything!”
“The government spends too much. People are maxed out. Why should Canadians pay for more debt and inflation?”
“I don't want to answer the question about high spending and debt. I will read a glowing review of our program instead. Workers like it!”
“I want the Prime Minister to admit his high spending is making debt and life worse for Canadians who aren't bankers.”
“I don't want to talk about our debt and spending. I just want to distract you with a glowing review I found that praises how much we're spending on training programs. Look everyone, we spent money! We must be doing a good job!”
“The other guys spend too much and it's making us poorer. Canadians pay more to bankers than for health care now. We should stop giving so much money to bankers and start putting it into health care instead.”
“I want the member to stop criticizing us and praise our spending program instead. He should not read his prepared notes or enjoy political theatre. The school play is the place for that.”