Ottawa

“I’m going to have to make a judgment”

The prime minister threatens to call an election, or something.

Note to Liberals: Before you call the nearest reporter and say, “By God, if he wants an election then we’re not going to give him one!”, you should maybe (a) remember that only two months ago, most of you were so desperate for an election you were wondering whether you’d have to dump your leader to get one (b) consider the possibility that you’re being played like fiddles for no other reason than because it’s so easy.

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