Despite our county’s many strengths, our politics suffer from some formidable challenges. The national discourse has become more polarized, divisive, and nastier. Unfortunately, we aren’t alone. Democracies across the globe face similar, even more ominous predicaments.
The TCM model of connecting with other countries is perfectly made for turbulent times so I personally hope that Mark Carney buys in. If he does, then I would encourage him to speak with Jean Chrétien, so that he can hear directly from the original TCM captain.
The new Liberal government must now move swiftly and decisively
Three issues will be bundled into one overarching challenge that will dominate this election’s discourse: how leaders propose to deal with the White House, how they’ll protect our independence, and how they plan to grow Canadian prosperity.
Donald Trump is just the latest in a long list of demagogues who exploit the trappings of democracy to further authoritarian ambitions. Will anyone be willing to challenge him?
