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The Economy

A Conservative member said the Prime Minister has driven Canada into a recession, with the economy shrinking for three of the last four quarters, making Canada the only G20 country in a downturn. The member accused the government of downplaying economic problems that Canadian families can feel.

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James Bezan

Conservative
“The economy is shrinking. This government is bad. They spend too much. People can't afford things. The Prime Minister should make things cost less for Manitobans, not spend on fancy food.”
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