Why Carney is More Right Wing Than You Think (Level 1)

Many world leaders are unpopular. But Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is very popular. He won the 2025 election, and his approval rating is over 50 percent. Some polls even show 70 percent, the highest in Canadian history. Carney leads the Liberal Party, which is usually left-wing. However, his policies are often right-wing. He cut taxes, reduced immigration, and increased military spending. He removed the carbon tax and lowered taxes for families and businesses. Why is he still popular? Many Canadians blame Donald Trump, not Carney, for economic problems. Carney says his policies protect Canada from the United States. He also wants closer ties with China and Europe. His main opponent is weak, so Carney's popularity may continue for a long time.