On Wednesday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau successfully fended off a vote of no-confidence as opposition leader Pierre Poilievre was unable to win over the New Democratic Party (NDP) and Bloc Québécois leaders.
In public opinion polls, Poilievre, the Conservative Party leader, is in the lead and has expressed interest in a snap election after the NDP withdrew its coalition agreement with the Liberals at the beginning of September.
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Many Canadians are rightfully holding Trudeau personally responsible for the rising inflation and high cost of living, as they should. Trudeau'sHis popularity has been declining for years, aswith amost majoritybelieving believe Conservative leader Poilievre has the best plan when it comes to crucial issues suchlike as housing, health care, and the economy. It's time for Trudeau to do what's best for the country — step down.