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In a debate supposedly about the economy, the Conservative member criticized the Prime Minister for expensive trips and failing to address Canadians struggling with food insecurity. The Liberal member announced a new national food security strategy with $3 billion in investments. The Conservative pressed that this won't help Canadians afford groceries today, while the Liberal pivoted to praising vegetable growers in the Conservative's riding.

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Scot Davidson

Conservative
“The Prime Minister spent lots of your money on fancy food. He doesn't care if you're hungry. I want him to stop wasting your money so you can eat.”
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Scot Davidson

Conservative
“The Prime Minister should stop his expensive trips and focus on Canadians who are struggling to afford groceries because of his government's policies.”
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