“You say prices went up because of us. No, prices went up because of refineries and supply shortages. Also, you're a big meanie.”
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Opposition questions about why gas prices are higher now than under a previous government, blaming the current government's taxes and policies; the current government blames changing world conditions and refinery margins.
“Refinery margins are 40¢ higher because the world lost petrol. The opposition leader is against child care, dental care, and pharmacare. I want you to think he is against supporting Canadians.”