Justin Trudeau’s Exit and the Crisis of Liberal Politics

• Justin Trudeau, a nine-year Prime Minister of Canada, announced his resignation on January 6.

• Trudeau’s rise as a global progressive icon is a reflection of the crisis of liberalism.

• His unchecked federal government policies led to public discontent and a collapse of the Liberal Party.

• His scal policy riled conservatives and moderates, and his generous immigration policy caused a population spurt straining housing, healthcare, employment opportunities, and wages.

• His cultural liberalism was far from the center of Canadian politics.

• Trudeau’s exit may help mend ties with key partners like the United States and India.

• Trudeau’s successor may help rescue Canada-India ties.

• His actions, including pandering to Sikh extremists and escalating tensions with India, were seen as poor statesmanship and diplomacy.