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The Economy

In a debate supposedly about the economy, the Conservatives pointed out Canada's recession, unaffordable housing, and people struggling to afford food. The Liberals claimed they are focused on the economy and helping people, while accusing the Conservatives of exploiting the vulnerable. The Conservatives brought up specific examples of Liberal failures and wasteful spending. Overall, not much substantive discussion of economic policy, mostly partisan bickering and blaming each other.

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Peter Fragiskatos

Liberal
“I'm not going to reply to your real points. I will just list nice things my party wants and say they're good.”
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Hon. Sean Fraser

Liberal
“Liberals want to appear compassionate. We don't exploit people for political gain like the Conservatives. They used to talk about public safety, but we passed some laws about that. We can spend money on other things at the same time and still say we support public safety. Don't question our motives.”
Our translation 64% shorter

Hon. Buckley Belanger

Liberal
“I want to brag about how great my party is for Saskatchewan farmers. The other party did nothing. Look at us, we helped make money. We are so great.”
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Hon. Buckley Belanger

Liberal
“The Prime Minister is great. Conservatives are bad. Conservatives have been bad for 10 years and will be bad for 10 more years.”
Our translation 74% shorter