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Youth

Liberals and Conservatives argued about high youth unemployment. The Conservatives criticized the government's economic record while the Liberals touted investments and spending programs to create jobs and help young people. No specific policies were really discussed.

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Jennifer McKelvie

Liberal
“You say we spend too much. But we create jobs and housing, and I will list many projects we fund. I challenge you to say which ones you would cut. Would you cut these ones? I dare you to say it.”
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Sherry Romanado

Liberal
“I want to talk about a recently announced plan that spends taxpayer money on job training. I think this plan will help young people and the economy. The plan's goal is to train many skilled workers by 2030.”
Our translation 57% shorter