“The Prime Minister said he would spend less. He didn't. He spent $35 billion more. The deficit doubled from last year. The Globe and Mail thinks he's bad with money. Liberals spend a lot. Canadians are paying $3,400 just for interest on the debt. The Prime Minister should stop making us pay for his spending.”
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In the Finance debate, the Conservatives called out the Liberals for increased spending and deficits, while the Liberals defended their economic record and plans. The Conservatives highlighted specific numbers around increased spending and debt, while the Liberals cited positive economic projections and investments in industries like steel and aluminum.
“The Prime Minister spent a lot of money to fix a crisis, but now we have a huge debt. In five years it will be $1 trillion. All that spending hasn't helped. Food, housing and gas are all more expensive. The guy who was supposed to fix the crisis is making it worse with more debt. When will the Liberals stop spending so much so Canadians can afford to live?”