Friday, April 22, 2011

Today's resolution for debate

Barrie McKenna's commentary on the assumptions behind the economic policies of Canada's political parties could have been a fascinating read if it lived up to its billing. But sadly, he doesn't bother actually answering the question when it comes to the crux of the economic battle between the NDP and the Cons.
Assumption: Targeted payroll tax breaks are a better way to create jobs than across-the-board corporate tax cuts.
Whether one agrees or disagrees, this is the most fundamental difference in economic philosophy we're seeing in the federal election campaign. So let's get the discussion going.

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