The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge Good Talk -- The Conservative Bleeding Continues As The Year Ends
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Dec 12, 2025 Another Conservative MP jumps to the Liberals, sparking discussions about internal party divisions and morale under Poilievre's leadership. The panel debates his lack of charm and policy relevance, leading to concerns among progressive Conservatives. They explore the implications of recent floor crossings on parliamentary dynamics and the potential risks of leadership reviews. Insights on Mark Carney's economic focus compared to Trudeau's broader approach add intrigue, while speculations on influential women in Carney's circle round out the discussion.
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Conservative Caucus Is Deeply Fractured
- The Conservative caucus is fractured with MPs feeling dispirited and considering leaving under Pierre Poilievre.
- Chantal Hébert predicts more defections and says this induces paranoia within Poilievre's team.
Michael Ma's Overnight Floor Crossing
- Michael Ma attended the Conservative Christmas party one night and crossed the floor to the Liberals 24 hours later.
- The rapid switch exemplifies the personal and political unpredictability within the caucus.
Poilievre Lacks Gravitas On Big Economic Issues
- Bruce Anderson argues Poilievre lacks gravitas, relevance and useful economic messaging compared with Mark Carney.
- He says focusing on cheap attacks (e.g., plane trips) fails to address voters' economic anxieties.