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Mark Carney: The Economist Who Took on Trump and Won

  Mark Carney, a former central banker, has emerged as Canada’s prime minister following a dramatic election that reshaped the political landscape. His victory was fueled by a surge of nationalism in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive rhetoric and trade policies. Trump’s threats to annex Canada as the “51st state” and impose steep tariffs on Canadian goods galvanized voters, turning Carney’s Liberal Party from underdogs to champions of Canadian sovereignty. Carney’s campaign centered on defending Canada’s independence and rebuilding its economy to reduce reliance on the United States. His experience as governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England lent credibility to his promises of economic resilience. In his victory speech, Carney declared, “President Trump is trying to break us so that America can own us. That will never, ever happen”. The election results marked a stunning comeback for the Liberals, who were initially projected to lose to the oppositi...

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Bloc Québécois Initiates Talks to Topple Liberal Government After Missed Deadline

 

The Bloc Québécois is poised to initiate discussions with other political parties to bring down the minority Liberal government. This move comes after the Liberals failed to meet a crucial deadline to pass two key bills. Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet had set the deadline last month, warning that failure to comply would lead to serious political consequences.

The two bills in question are pivotal for the Bloc, with one focusing on safeguarding supply management in trade negotiations. Despite having government support, this bill is still under Senate review. The Bloc’s decision to proceed with talks signals a significant escalation in political tensions, potentially leading to a vote of no confidence and triggering an election.

Blanchet’s firm stance underscores the Bloc’s commitment to its legislative priorities and its readiness to challenge the Liberal government’s stability. As discussions begin, the political landscape in Ottawa is set for a period of heightened uncertainty and strategic maneuvering.

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