The post-Mulroney economic agenda

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Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney has done a fine job with Canada's finances. He has eliminated the $35 billion operating deficit that was present when he took over in 1984. Mulroney has been hampered by the fact that only 15% of Canada's budget is discretionary spending.

Author: Newman, Peter C.
Economic policy, Mulroney, Brian

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The only way to save the economy

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Canada will have to boost federal spending to help its economy recovery from a 3-year recession. Although increased federal spending will expand budget deficits and national debts, boosting expenditures will also prompt economic growth.

Author: Newman, Peter C.
Government spending policy

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A new partnership to forge Quebec's future

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Andre Bisson is becoming a leader in Quebec's struggle with economic problems. Bisson organized a meeting to discuss the province's economy with labor-union leaders, education representatives and cabinet ministers.

Author: Newman, Peter C.
Political activity, Political aspects, Parti Quebecois, Quebec (Province), Bisson, Andre

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Subjects list: Canada, Economic aspects, Column
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