The Paikin Podcast Everything Political: Can a Conservative Party Led by Pierre Poilievre Win?
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Feb 5, 2026 
Martha Hall Findlay, former Liberal MP and businesswoman, and Tony Clement, former Conservative cabinet minister, debate Pierre Poilievre’s leadership review and party unity. They probe whether his speech and strategy can broaden appeal, how messaging shifted, the party’s outreach to blue-collar and young voters, and what organizational fixes and riding choices mean for a potential national campaign.
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Fix Organization Before Campaigning
- Focus on organizational fixes and constructive opposition work to broaden appeal.
- Tony Clement notes campaign director changes and nomination rule overhauls as concrete improvements to prepare for the next election.
Opposition's Role Is To Help Govern
- Opposition can and should contribute constructively to governance rather than only oppose.
- Martha Hall Findlay argues expecting MPs to help govern improves political discourse.
Economy Framed As Sovereignty
- Poilievre is reframing economic themes as national sovereignty issues to appeal broadly.
- Tony Clement says a stronger economy underpins geopolitical strength and sovereignty.