Upsetting Chretien's electoral applecart

Article Abstract:

Canadian pollster Conrad Winn says there are a large number of dissatisfied voters, and the Liberals may not do as well as predicted in the upcoming 1997 election. Voters may decide to send Chretien a message by supporting one of the opposition candidates.

Analysis, Public opinion polls, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Public opinion, Canadians, Winn, Conrad

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In search of the Chretien legacy

Article Abstract:

Chretien's biggest battle was for national unity, but his success will probably be remembered as a return to the status quo. Chretien could be better remembered if he supported a guaranteed annual income proposal and a negative income tax.

Influence, Prime ministers

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Will a desperate Jean Chretien roll the dice?

Article Abstract:

Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien and his advisors are considering calling for an early election, to be held in fall 1996, rather than fall 1997. The election would seen as a referendum on Chretien's proposed constitutional changes.

Political activity, Liberal Party (Canada)

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