This podcast episode from The Economist discusses the surprising election of Mark Carney as Canada's new Liberal Party leader. The episode details Carney's relatively unknown status in Canadian politics prior to his win, attributing his success to a shift in public sentiment fueled by concerns over Donald Trump's rhetoric and threats towards Canada. Carney's campaign focused on a strong stance against Trump's policies, promising retaliatory tariffs and leveraging Canada's energy exports. The podcast concludes by speculating on the timing of an upcoming election and Carney's potential strategies for a national unity government. A key takeaway is that Carney's unexpected victory highlights the significant influence of US politics on Canadian elections.
