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GOLDSTEIN: Chrystia Freeland ignores the bad vibes in our economy

The article by Lorrie Goldstein discusses Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's optimistic economic outlook despite widespread public pessimism. Freeland highlights Canada's economic resilience, low unemployment, and the government's fiscal management, suggesting that the country is doing well compared to global standards. However, this perspective contrasts sharply with public sentiment, where many Canadians feel economically strained due to high inflation, rising interest rates, and the increasing cost of living. Goldstein points out that while Freeland acknowledges these issues, she attributes them to global economic pressures rather than domestic policy failures. He critiques her for not addressing the disconnect between her positive economic narrative and the negative experiences of many Canadians, suggesting that this gap could lead to political consequences for the Liberal government.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-ca/politics/government/goldstein-chrystia-freeland-ignores-the-bad-vibes-in-our-economy/ar-AA1v2ywu ]