Crossing into a Majority ft. Elizabeth McCallion (Podcast)
An in-depth systemic discussion about Carney's tactics
This week on The North State, I spoke to University of Toronto political scientist Elizabeth McCallion about Carney's push for a majority through floor-crossing. RSS feed here. Apple Podcasts link here.
Description
It's official. Mark Carney's Liberal government is now a majority. But the tactics used to gain this majority have mainly focused on cultivating floor-crossers from other parties to join their caucus. Even before the decisive victories in three byelections, it became clear Carney's majority goal came from coaxing dissatisfied MPs. What does this mean? In a politics bonanza, University of Toronto political scientist Elizabeth McCallion joins Scott to discuss the political climate this cultivates, pathways for the Liberals in the future and how the Conservatives will respond.
Sources and Further Reading
Carney secures majority government with sweep of 3 byelections - CBC News
Floor-crossers support core Liberal values, Carney says - CBC News
Steven Guilbeault quote - Bsky Link
Guilbeault quits Carney’s cabinet over energy deal with Alberta - CBC News
Marilyn Gladu says she's pro-choice, anti conversion therapy as Liberals embrace former Conservative - CBC News
Another MP jumps to Carney’s Liberals, igniting concerns about the health of Canada’s democracy - The Conversation
