For all the talk of a spring federal election, the case for one is arguably weaker than it appears.
Yes, Canada feels like it’s already in campaign mode.
The ruling Liberals are riding high in the polls. Donald Trump is once again sowing anxiety among Canadians. Floor crossings, including Matt Jeneroux’s move this week, have only added to the fever.
In politics, momentum carries gravitational pull. But gravity is not destiny. And in this case, the risks of misfiring prematurely may be too high for Prime Minister Mark Carney.
