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The Economy

The economy came up in the House. The Conservatives asked about job losses and the Liberals responded by talking about funding for job training and large government-supported projects.

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Eric Lefebvre

Conservative
“I want the Prime Minister to stop spending so much of taxpayers' money. It's harder than ever for young people to get ahead. The government shouldn't make that worse by wasting our children's future on overpriced leases.”
Our translation 64% shorter

Bernard Généreux

Conservative
“Look at me challenge the Prime Minister! The economy's in shambles and young people are doomed. Justify those job losses. The Liberals keep racking up debt. Our young people are going to pay. Stop spending so much! Give the next generation a chance.”
Our translation 54% shorter