Politics is kind of like reality TV. As we all know, Daddy Trudeau has officially stepped down from his post. So long to our salt and pepper prince — we no longer have the hottest leader worldwide. In the background, Chrystia Freeland lurks, waiting for her chance to strike. Her resignation came at a strangely strategic time. She says she stepped down because of Trudeau’s lack of confidence in her, but can we please get the confessional on that? Was that really it?
For reality TV fans, we know that in the background is a sneaky producer; in the case of politics, it’s a team of “advisors.” For those who don’t know, a confessional on reality TV is a chance to get the juicy behind the scenes drama. We would get so much more clarity as a nation if we got cut-away commentary during parliamentary proceedings. I would be elated. Our villain across the border is literally a reality TV star, and it seems to be working great for him. To be honest, the whole scene is so full of performative drama — it might just be enough to actually keep people interested in the fate of our country.
Darien Johnsen is a UFV alumni who obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree with double extended minors in Global Development Studies and Sociology in 2020. She started writing for The Cascade in 2018, taking on the role of features editor shortly after. She’s passionate about justice, sustainable development, and education.
