For many years, Canada was a rich country, securely in the top 10 in virtually every economic indicator. And while we were never as wealthy as our southern neighbour, the difference was usually sufficiently small that most Canadians could claim, with some justification, that our more generous social safety net more than made up for the difference in per capita GDP. But that was then.

Under Trudeau's watch, Canada's economy has fallen by virtually every measure{ai:summary}<p>Once, Canada was a shining beacon of wealth, nestled comfortably among the economic elite. Citizens prided themselves on a robust social safety net that softened the blow of income disparity with their colossal neighbor to the south.</p><p>Now, the dream seems to have eroded, leaving a nation questioning its golden past. #economy</p>

Andrew Richter: The Liberal path to economic mediocrity

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