Bounce of Olympic games won’t be felt in halls of Parliament

History tells us that success in sport does not reflect glory on governments. The 1976 Montreal Olympics occurred just months before the Parti Québécois upset the ruling Liberals.

OTTAWA—Thud. Such was the sound of the political bounce in the aftermath of Canada's first Olympic hosting in the 21st century.

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