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Debt, Deficit, Health Care and the Federal Election

The Agenda discusses why Canada's debt and deficit are not bigger issues in the federal election campaign. Then, what health care policies do the federal parties have on offer to voters?
October 18, 2019 - 8:00

Steve Paikin

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