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Gainey consistently touts government spending programs as the solution to every issue, whether it's the economy, jobs, or helping seniors and youth. She dodges tougher questions by simply listing off more ways the Liberals are spending money. Gainey seems to equate more spending with helping Canadians, while dismissing concerns about the root causes driving up costs.
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“I want to look like I'm helping seniors. We'll force volunteer groups to jump through hoops to comply with new rules. Also we'll graciously offer them guidance on how to deal with the red tape we just created. The changes are important to maintain the appearance of integrity. Don't worry, we've set a hard deadline for everyone to comply.”
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“I say the government must protect children from social media. We will make many restrictions and rules. I want parents to feel good that their children are controlled and safe.”
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“My own party's $10 billion deal is good. It spends money on things that make us look good. Young people might like that. And the economy is good! I don't have details on how this will actually create opportunities.”
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“We have a plan. Our plan will transform the economy and make it resilient. We are making jobs in Darlington and Contrecoeur. We are spending money on hospitals, community centres, public transit and affordable housing. We are creating conditions for long-term prosperity. We are building Canada strong everywhere.”
“I'm going to ignore your hard question and just say everything is fine. Look, youth unemployment went down 1%. That means 22,000 jobs. I'll also throw in that we're spending $6 billion on skilled trades. So really, we're making Canada strong. That's my answer. Everything is fine.”
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“We spend lots of money on programs. The school food program gives families $800. We also have a dental care program. 32,000 people in your riding use it. You voted against the program. We're helping Canadians!”
“We're giving money to lots of people and companies. Don't worry about where it comes from. We just want you to like us.”
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“We have created new spending programs. Kids need to eat. The government needs to spend. Spending will make food cheaper. Day care and dental care should be free. The Canada child benefit should be bigger. The tariff war means we need to spend more. Yes, our programs are working.”
“I want to remind everyone there is a trade war. That's why the government is spending money on grocery benefits. Millions of people will get the money soon. It will help a lot. That's what the government should do.”
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“You say we spend too much but look how much we're spending. We cut some taxes once. But we also made many expensive programs. Those programs are good. Why don't you like those programs? I'll list how we're spending money in your riding. You should support us spending more money.”
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“We plan to spend $6 billion of taxpayer money to create 100,000 skilled trades jobs. This will help young people in regions like Contrecoeur and Matawinie.”
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“We need to spend $6 billion dollars to hire more skilled trade workers.”
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“I'm spending $6 billion of taxpayer money to train more tradespeople. I hope the Conservatives won't get in my way. That money will help me with voters.”
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“Look at all the ways the government spends money on seniors! We lowered the retirement age, increased some payments by 10%, and spent $54 million on a program. That's all I'll talk about. Ignore the root problem driving up prices that tanks seniors' savings.”
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“We lowered the retirement age. The other party would raise it. We are helping with groceries. Our benefit will help many people.”
