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Federal Abacus Data polling shows Tories up by 20%, which leader is most trusted to ‘put out a fire’

New Abacus polling confirms Pierre Poilievre’s growing momentum federally and shows his Conservatives polling at 43% nationally, 20 points ahead of the lagging Liberals (23%) and the NDP at 18%. Recent announcements and the Prime Ministers’ most recent budget do not seem to be moving the needle as Millennial and Gen Z voters hold steady.

The data specifically highlighted the contrasting skills of Trudeau and Poilievre, a central theme of the survey. While Trudeau is favored in scenarios requiring social grace, such as hosting a party or engaging in casual conversations, Poilievre excels in scenarios demanding practical skills and decisiveness. These practical skills include putting out a fire, hanging a shelf, leading a group out of an escape room, and being in charge of maps during a road trip.

Very interesting research, indeed!

(Abacus Data)

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Saskatoon libraries change hours after public safety issues

Three libraries in Saskatoon are reducing operating hours after multiple instances of public safety concerns and a recent assault on staff.

In a media release, the Saskatoon Public Library did not mince words, saying, “We cannot fill the gaps caused by our community's lack of critical social and health infrastructure. We can't be a place to sleep, to store large amounts of personal belongings or to use drugs and alcohol. We can't be the primary access to washrooms or climate-controlled environments during evening hours. We can’t be healthcare, we can’t be a shelter, but we can be a public library.”

In a recent CUPE report, close to 80% of library staff reported facing verbal abuse and half have experienced workplace violence.

Crime and public safety, as well as addictions, mental health, and homelessness are major issues facing Saskatoon voters as they head to the polls this fall for both provincial and municipal elections.

(CBC News)

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Federal Orange-Blue battle shaping up in Saskatoon West

In recent elections, only three non-conservative Members of Parliament have been elected. Erin Weir in Regina Lewvan from 2015-2019, Ralph Goodale in Regina Wascana from 1993-2019, and Sherri Benson in Saskatoon West from 2015-2019.

The federal polls are showing a dramatic lead for the Conservatives, especially on the prairies; however, Saskatoon West is one riding that is likely to see an Orange-Blue battle closer than any other ridings in Saskatchewan.

The Saskatoon West NDP will hold a contested nomination this spring that will see two University of Saskatchewan professors go head-to-head. Veterinary professor and three-time federal candidate for Saskatoon-University Claire Card is seeking the nomination. The other candidate is Rachel Loewen-Walker, a Women and Gender studies professor. The winner of the contested nomination will go up against incumbent Conservative MP Brad Redekopp.

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More news and info

• Regina Brandt Centre powwow attendees assaulted with bear spray: Regina Police (Global News)

• Weekend Long Read: Is Canada’s ‘most dangerous city’ fighting for its life - again (SaskToday)

• Governor General to visit Sask. this week (CTV News)

• Is the ‘Seinfeld theory’ coming for Justin Trudeau’s political future? (Global News)

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