A Liberal candidate's controversial comments, an upcoming election and a crisis for Carney
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Show Notes
Guest: Toronto Star reporter Raisa Patel
Liberal candidate Paul Chiang's remarks suggesting a political opponent could be handed over to Chinese authorities for a bounty has fuelled outrage, an RCMP probe and a political firestorm for the Liberals ahead of an election. Initially Liberal leader Mark Carney was seen as supporting him held back from dropping Chiang as a candidate Markham-Unionville. As backlash grew, and pressure mounted, it was Chiang who ultimately stepped down himself. This episode takes a look at how things unfolded and what it reveals about the Liberal leader's decision-making and judgement, just around the corner from a federal election.
Audio sources: Global News
Produced by Saba Eitizaz and Paulo Marques