“I don't want voters to worry about rising costs. On June 5th the government will send money to voters. The government should spend money to help with food and rent. We will keep doing things and say it is making life affordable.”
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In a debate on 'The Economy', an Independent MP pointed out rising wealth inequality under the Liberal government, with the poorest 40% of Canadians owning just 3% of the wealth. The Liberal minister responded by touting government programs to make life more affordable, missing the point about systemic unfairness. No substantial discussion occurred on the roots of inequality or free market solutions - just the usual political theater and self-congratulation from the Liberals.