As the first Canadian Prime Minister without prior political experience, Mark Carney faces significant challenges, including navigating a trade war with the United States under President Donald Trump. Carney, a lifelong Catholic, was once named Britain's 'Most Influential Catholic' but has drawn criticism for his support of legal abortion despite his faith. Brian Dijkema, President of Cardus in Canada, a non-partisan think tank focused on strengthening societal institutions for the common good, joins us to discuss Carney's rise to political leadership. He shares how Carney might fare as a political novice in managing relations with the U.S. Lastly, Dijkema offers insight into how Catholics might view Carney’s controversial stance on abortion despite his reported commitment to the Catholic faith.

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