“Our Liberal policies are great! Wages are growing faster than inflation. Inflation is lower in Canada than in the United States. More women have jobs in Canada than in the United States. The country is working well under us. The other guy just wants to hold us back.”
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“I want to look good by saying 'strong economy' a lot. Global problems, wars, tariffs, those don't count. Our economy is 'stronger' than some other broken places. We borrowed lots but we have a plan, trust me. Things will be great soon.”