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The Economy

A debate about the economy. The Conservatives asked the Prime Minister why Canada is the only G20 country in a recession. The Liberals announced major investments in forestry communities the same day, but this was not discussed in detail as the Conservatives focused on the recession and the Liberal speaker mainly congratulated a colleague for being allowed to ask a question.

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Gabriel Hardy

Conservative
“The Prime Minister didn't answer enough of our leader's questions. I demand he stand up and admit our recession is his fault.”
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