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POLITT PULSE · YOUR THOUGHTS

News is a conversation.

One question at a time. Share your perspective and discover how other Politt readers respond.

Reader question

Did David Eby's Gamble on Trump Cost him the B.C. Election?

David Eby called an early B.C. election in September 2026, citing Donald Trump's trade threats among his reasons. The October 24 election produced a projected Conservative majority. What role, if any, did this campaign argument play in the result?

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Reader responses 1 response

Yes — it was a major factor0%
It played a role alongside other issues100%
No — other issues mattered more0%
Not sure0%

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