Posted AT 12:00 PM EST on 07/09/08
Economy takes top spot on the election agenda
VIRGINIA GALT
Globe and Mail Update
The federal election campaign comes at a critical and uncertain time for Canadians – the economy has stalled, the housing market is in a slump, the cost of living is rising and business leaders are deeply worried about their ability to compete under current conditions.
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