Separatist Parti Québécois wins minority. What now?
Summary
This episode analyzes the historic Quebec election where the Parti Québécois won a minority government, forcing new premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon to navigate a fragmented legislature and a contentious sovereignty agenda. The discussion also covers the arrest of a U.S. resident accused of coaching the Tumbler Ridge shooter, featuring an interview with local MP Bob Zimmer. Finally, the show examines the Liberal government's plan to establish a new defense crown corporation to accelerate military procurement and industrial investment.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship and show introduction
Quebec election results and historical shift
Analysis of PQ mandate and federal relations
Panel discussion on Quebec political realignment
Tumbler Ridge shooting suspect charged
Promo for CBC's Agent Layla
Interview: Defense procurement crown corporation
Conservative critique of defense agency
Panel debate on defense spending and fiscal impact
Show outro and credits
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