“I want to embarrass the Prime Minister by focusing on this trivial detail of his travel expenses, rather than engaging with substantive policy disagreements.”
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The economy was debated in Parliament. The Conservatives criticized the Prime Minister's expensive in-flight catering while Canadians struggle with the cost of living. The Liberals defended the spending as necessary for diplomacy and international relations given ongoing trade negotiations and wars. The discussion was mostly partisan sparring and talking points, with little substantive debate on economic policy.
“That's bad. I don't like that. I think its unfair. $94,000 is a lot of money to spend on catering for one flight.”
“I'm avoiding the question by insulting how you asked it.”
“People should be disappointed by the immature behavior in this place. The opposition's questions are low quality talking points. They should try harder to match our constructive discussion.”
“The Prime Minister shouldn't live lavishly on taxpayer money while people go hungry. His policies are failing. Answer for that, not for your own sleep.”
“Ignore that question about lavish living. Our Prime Minister is busy with important world events. He gets deals and investments that create jobs. Prosperity is the priority.”
“The Prime Minister spent nearly $1 million of your money on meals during flights. Many Canadians are struggling to pay for groceries. Is that really an appropriate use of taxpayer money?”
“I'm filling time by saying big words about 'intense trade negotiations' and how the Prime Minister 'proudly represents us'. I hope if I talk a lot, maybe it will distract from my partner's excessive spending.”
“That makes me sad. I don't like the other party. They spend too much money on food and planes. I think food banks are more important. The Prime Minister should spend less.”
“I want to use nice words about the constable. That makes me look good. The government spends a lot of money on many things. I think that's very good. The Prime Minister is great.”