That time Poilievre stomped on factual history

The 1950s were good for white, heterosexual, married couples. Yes, we need to remember Canada’s contributions to world peace, but only those who lack compassion for those who might be different can be nostalgic for this era.

Anaida Poilievre, left, and her busband Pierre Poilievre at the Conservative policy convention in Québec City on Sept. 8, 2023. So much has been written about Pierre Poilievre’s closing speech at the convention, yet not nearly enough has been written about it, writes Rose LeMay. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY ROSE LEMAY

September 18, 2023

OTTAWA—“With the prime minister working so hard to erase our memories,” Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre stated, “it’s easy to forget how good life was and how good it can be.” So much has been written about Poilievre’s closing speech at the Conservati...

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