“I'm from New Brunswick. This government is bad for the economy. GDP has shrunk and unemployment is high. The Prime Minister should defend his record.”
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Oral Questions
The Economy
The Conservatives asked the Liberals about Canada's economic recession, high unemployment, and financial hardships faced by Canadians. The Liberals responded by touting various government spending programs and initiatives they claim will help Canadians, like automatic tax filing and a national food security strategy. Both sides mostly stuck to their talking points without meaningfully engaging with each other's arguments.
“I want that MP to cheer for our tax program and vote for it. I think it's popular. I am trying to drown him in big numbers.”
“I don't like the government's economic announcements. I want results. My party should be in charge.”
“You should be an actor. I'm great. Look at all my bills. You voted against my bills so you must be wrong.”
“I want the Prime Minister to admit that his policies have hurt families, businesses, and job-seekers.”
“I want the government to spend $3 billion. I say that will help everyone and make food cheaper. Cheer for our plan. I'm filling time with kind words.”
“You spent too much. People are using food banks. I blame you.”
“We want to spend more money doubling a program for kids' food and the provinces said yes. The opposition is the one standing in the way and saying no. They won't support our program that would help Canadian families afford to feed their kids.”