The race to become Canada’s next Liberal leader is shaping up into the battle that Justin Trudeau keenly wanted to fight himself — one in which U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump, and the forces behind his resurgence, are top of mind for Canadians.
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre isn’t forgotten, but Trump has found a way to make himself a much bigger headache for Liberals in the immediate term.
Trudeau has spent months saying privately and publicly how much he was spoiling for the fight with Trump. He was sure that as Canadians saw the scope of what they’re up against — a vivid vision they’ll see on Monday when Trump is inaugurated, Trudeau and his government would be seen as the best, if only alternative.
Whoever “wins” will enjoy a bitter victory.
