SMT - When Overconfidence Backfires

FromThe Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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SMT - When Overconfidence Backfires

FromThe Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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Jan 4, 2023

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Bruce Anderson has his take on the Kevin McCarthy mess in the United States. Far from the lock he thought it was McCarthy may have blown his chance to be Speaker, and Bruce sees lessons for all in what's happening. Also looking ahead to the 2023 challenges for each of Canada's three main national parties.

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Jan 4, 2023

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