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These cookies are warmly spiced, with crisp edges and soft centers—perfect for holiday decorating and eating. Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup packed dark brown sugar ¾ cup unsulfured molasses 1 large egg Instructions Mix dry ingredients : In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Cream butter & sugar : In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add molasses and egg. Combine : Gradually add dry mixture until dough forms. Chill dough : Divide into two disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Roll & cut : Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters. Bake : Place on parchment-lined sheets and bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set. Cool & decorate : Let cool com...
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Poilievre's Leadership Tested After Electoral Defeat

 

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre faces a challenging political crossroads following his loss in the Carleton riding—a seat he held for over two decades—and his inability to unseat the Liberal government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney. Despite boosting the Conservative vote share to historic levels, Poilievre's defeat in his own riding has raised questions about his leadership and the party's future.

The Liberals secured a razor-thin minority government, leaving Poilievre to navigate the complexities of leading the opposition without a seat in Parliament. While he remains popular among Conservative members, his loss has sparked internal debates about the party's strategy and his ability to deliver on promises of change.

Poilievre's campaign saw breakthroughs in suburban areas and industrial regions, yet fell short in key battlegrounds. His defeat in Carleton, a riding home to many federal public servants, underscores the challenges of balancing populist rhetoric with broader electoral appeal.

As Poilievre vows to stay on as leader, the Conservatives must grapple with the implications of this election and chart a path forward in a politically divided landscape.

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