McDonough: Chrétien’s legacy buried in Paul Martin’s budget

Explosion of food banks and panhandling on city streets symbolize shameful Chrétien-Martin legacy

Paul Martin would have Canadians think of him as the new rose on the Liberal lapel. As architect during the '90s of the massive erosion of federal government responsibilities, he now, ironically, presents himself as worthy successor to lead the party that once spoke of creating a "just society." ...

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