Why Are Incumbents In So Much Trouble?

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Why Are Incumbents In So Much Trouble?

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Apr 30, 2024

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The Scottish First Minister resigns, the British PM is being pushed by his own party, the polls are brutal for Justin Trudeau, and Joe Biden can't seem to pull away from a court bound Donald Trump. What's the problem here? Bruce Anderson makes a on-off return to mid-week commentary to have a chat about the mood of the electorate.

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Campaign Day 13: How to Move the Numbers: Day 13 of Canada's 2019 Federal Election. by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge
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The Race Next Door (#12) With Bruce Anderson And Special Guest Gerry Butts.: Gerry Butts brings his insider analysis to the pod today to set up tomorrow's final presidential debate. It's a master class in watching from this side of the border. by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge
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