Facing plummeting popularity and a country increasingly disenchanted with his leadership, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation on Monday. Despite his declaration that he remained in office because he was a “fighter,” Trudeau’s resignation is widely seen as a capitulation to internal pressures from within his own Liberal Party caucus. His departure marks the end of a turbulent tenure characterized by unfulfilled promises, divisive politics, and a country grappling with rising discontent.

When pressed about whether another leader might fare better against Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre-whose party currently leads Trudeau’s Liberals by a staggering 25 points in most polls-the outgoing prime minister doubled down on his progressive ideals. Trudeau criticized Poilievre for opposing his climate policies, allegedly neglecting diversity, and attacking the media, specifically the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). Trudeau’s comments were emblematic of his tenure: a fixation on ideological battles while neglecting the pressing economic concerns of ordinary Canadians.

Justin Trudeau’s political ascent in 2015 was meteoric. A former drama teacher and ski instructor, he revitalized the Liberal Party, taking it from third place to a majority government on a wave of youthful enthusiasm and promises of “sunny ways.” His initial agenda, which included electoral reform, marijuana decriminalization, and child tax credits, was widely celebrated. However, many of these promises were either abandoned or overshadowed by controversies, including his handling of Indigenous issues and ethics violations.

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