Ep. 42 - Why Are These People So Happy
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Our election coverage continues into week three. This week, there was a weirdly upbeat leaders’ debate, two party leaders got COVID and several trade unions came out in support of Doug Ford and the PCs. Jonathan and Allison break down what it all means. Want to try ad-free? For a limited time, get access to all of Canadaland’s shows ad-free for $1/month for 3 months! Subscribe at canadaland.com/join This episode is supported by Oxio, Ground News, Skipper Otto and How’d You Like That Movie   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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