Economist Podcasts Apply liberally: Trudeau’s re-election bid
Jul 31, 2019
Brooke Unger, America's editor at The Economist, dives into the complexities surrounding Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's upcoming re-election bid. They discuss Trudeau's balancing act between economic growth and environmental concerns, as well as the challenges posed by public scandals and the polarized political landscape. The conversation also touches on Canada's evolving role as a leader in liberal values and how this contrasts with shifts in global politics, all while Bayer grapples with the fallout from its Monsanto acquisition.
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Canada's Liberal Exceptionalism
- Canada stands out as a bastion of liberalism in a world increasingly turning towards populism.
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's upcoming election will test the resilience of this liberal stance.
Trudeau's Middle-Class Focus
- Trudeau aimed to bolster the middle class by direct investment and empowerment.
- He faced challenges like a struggling oil economy and balancing environmental concerns with economic growth.
Pipeline and Carbon Pricing Controversy
- Trudeau's approach to balancing environmental protection and economic growth, particularly regarding pipelines and carbon pricing, has faced criticism.
- Neither environmentalists nor oil proponents fully support his strategy.