On Trudeau’s future, Conservatives should be careful what they wish for

As long as Justin Trudeau's around, the Conservatives are on the cusp of returning to power. But should the prime minister exit, it could be a whole new ball game for Pierre Poilievre's party.
If Prime Minister Justin Trudeau were to resign, the clear advantage the official opposition now enjoys in the polls would be at risk, writes Michael Harris.

HALIFAX—No matter what nonsense goes in Question Period—that orgy of bragging, slagging, and attempted sand-bagging that tries to pass for reasoned debate and accountability—Canadians are getting the picture: none of the major leaders can be taken at their word. 

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