Commentary The English-language debate was by far the most spirited of the three leaders’ debates in this election. It was clear that participants felt compelled to try to score points in this final debate. Traditionally the undecided segment of voters begin to make their selection once the debates are done. Every leader wants to appear strong and memorable in the final debate. The moderation from Shachi Kurl was admirable and she had her work cut out for her as sparks repeatedly flew between the leaders. Leadership, indigenous reconciliation, climate change, affordability, and COVID recovery were set as the themes to be covered. I anticipated that this would be limited but the pointed questions from the moderator brought the debate outside of that narrow spectrum. Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau was embattled as every leader questioned his motives for calling an early election. The Afghanistan evacuation debacle was particularly cutting for Trudeau …
Trudeau on the Defensive, O’Toole Remains Composed in Final Leaders’ Debate
September 9, 2021
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