“You caused a recession. Canadians are struggling. That's really bad. Take some responsibility.”
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The Economy
A debate on the economy where the Conservatives called out Canada's recession, high cost of living, and lack of action on free trade agreements. The Liberals bragged about the Prime Minister's 13 new agreements worth $5 billion in investments from his trip abroad, and touted Canada's economic growth and thriving industries. The Conservatives said the Liberals were out of touch with the struggles of ordinary Canadians.
“I want Canadians to cheer for the Prime Minister. He made deals at a summit that will spend over $5 billion. That money will go to government-favoured companies.”
“You're not getting trade deals done. Canadians will keep suffering and going to food banks because of you.”
“I want to play up how much the Prime Minister does and make the Conservatives look small. Leadership means making deals and spending money.”
“You're wrong. I went places. Businesses don't like it here. You failed.”
“I want to cheer for my preferred program. Our spending is good and working. They should cheer for our spending too.”
“The Minister of Finance doesn't understand the real world. 60% of Canadians are anxious about money. Entrepreneurs are sending their business to the United States instead of investing in Canada. That means fewer jobs in Canada. Everything is at a standstill. I'm asking if the Prime Minister realizes this.”
“I talk up all the nice things we have. I say our party is good. The other party is bad. I cheerlead for trade and spending.”
“The Prime Minister claims affordability is great, but I see struggling Canadians everywhere. High rents, skipped surgeries - inflation and red tape are to blame. This isn't just global forces, it's the government's own choices. The Prime Minister should end these harmful policies so Canadians can afford life again.”
“I want the Conservatives to stop voting against more spending. I think my daycare program is good. I want Canadians to thank me for it. I feel like I understand the economy better.”
“You caused high prices. You only make programs to fix your own mistakes. Your grocery law won't help for 5 years. The Prime Minister spent $1 million on fancy airplane food and taxpayers had to pay for it all. I want the Prime Minister to stop making taxpayers pay for his mistakes.”
“You don't want to build Canada. Europe wants to invest. Why won't you help us spend?”