Of 37 million Canadians, just 1.6 million are in provinces governed by the Liberals. Trudeau didn’t make oil prices tank, and Stephen Harper’s Conservatives were no great success at getting pipelines built either. To her credit, Notley showed the ability to adapt, a skill Trudeau has yet to demonstrate. Making promises is a great way to get elected, especially when there’s no mention of costs or pain to be involved. Notley struggled in vain against the expectations she aroused; Trudeau has six months to find a way to avoid the same fate.

Source: National Post April 18, 2019 18:22 UTC