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Archive: Cost Cutting

4th Reading

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This week, Fourth Reading takes a look at the Conservative Government's cost-cutting agenda. To discuss the philosophy behind the cuts and impact of them, host Steve Paikin is joined by Dave Johnson, Chair of Management Board of Cabinet. As well, regular panelists Hugh Mackenzie, former aide to Bob Rae, and long-time Liberal insider Patrick Gossage will be on hand. Pinch-hitting for Jane Pepino is Leslie Noble, who managed the recent Conservative campaign.

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