Janice R. Andrews
A new study called Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada, both the worst and one of the best Prime Ministers. This poll by Research & Co. looked at how popular each Prime Minister has been since the late 1960s. Trudeau was voted the least popular modern Prime Minister and one of the four most popular.
Trudeau was voted the worst prime minister in modern times.
38% of the 1,002 Canadians who answered the poll said that Justin Trudeau was the worst Prime Minister since the late 1960s. This negative mood is a big drop in the Liberal Party leader’s approval. It shows that many Canadians are unhappy with a number of national problems, such as the economy, inflation, and the scandals surrounding his leadership.
Pierre Trudeau and Other Prime Ministers on the Worst List
It’s interesting that Pierre Trudeau, Trudeau’s father, got 7% of the vote and came in third on the list of the worst Prime Ministers. Many people may be surprised by this because Pierre is known for being a dynamic leader who made big changes to policy. But it shows the mixed impact of his time in office, since his policies are still controversial.
Other well-known names on the list of the worst prime ministers are:
- Kim Campbell (6%
- Brian Mulroney (3%)
- Jean Chrétien (3%)
- Joe Clark (3%)
John Turner, who was Prime Minister for a short time, got only 2% of the vote, which is near the bottom of the list of the worst Prime Ministers.
The “Not Sure” Vote for Worst PM
One interesting thing to learn from the study is that 21% of people didn’t know who would be the worst Prime Minister. This shows that some Canadians are still not sure what to think or don’t know much about the issue.
Trudeau is also one of the best prime ministers, right?
Surprisingly, Trudeau got 10% of the vote, even though he was named as the worst Prime Minister. He also made it into the top five best Prime Ministers. This contrast shows how different people feel about his leadership. People who support Trudeau often say that his radical views on social justice, healthcare, and climate change are big steps forward.
People voted Pierre Trudeau the best prime minister.
With 18% of the votes, Pierre Trudeau, Justin Trudeau’s father, was voted the best Prime Minister, while Justin Trudeau was voted the worst. People often praise Pierre for being a brave leader and making important changes to Canada’s federal law, such as the Constitution Act of 1982 and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Stephen Harper and Brian Mulroney are both very good.
Stephen Harper, the past leader of the Conservative Party, got 16% of the vote and came in second place for best Prime Minister. Conservative Canadians still like Harper because he is known for being a steady leader when it comes to the economy.
Brian Mulroney came in third with 15%, which is 7 points more than in earlier polls. People still know and respect the work he did on environmental laws and free trade deals.
The “Not Sure” Vote on Best PM
25% of those who answered said they weren’t sure who would make the best Prime Minister. This shows that many Canadians aren’t sure how they feel about the country’s leadership over the past few decades.
Final Thoughts
The poll’s mixed results show how deeply divided people are on how to remember Justin Trudeau. His leadership has won him both harsh critics and strong fans. It’s clear that Canadians have strong feelings about where their leaders have led the country over the last 50 years. As Trudeau continues to serve, these findings may have an effect on his future political plans and public image.
