“The government shouldn't spend money helping oil companies. The government should spend money helping other businesses instead.”
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Oil and Gas Industry
A debate about the government's economic update and its impact on the oil and gas industry. The Bloc accused the Liberals of giving billions in subsidies to oil companies while neglecting other priorities. The Liberals defended their record on climate change and highlighted conservation efforts.
“I don't like that the government gave money to oil companies. I want more money for other groups instead. I think oil companies get special treatment.”
“I want to attack the other party's green spending as wasteful corporate welfare. I hope voters won't notice my party's own expensive plans to spend and control more too.”