Budget Priorities: Leader Jack Layton

Economic Priorities Dept: During a campaign-style stop in Vancouver to promote his government's immigration policies, Harper answered questions on the possibility of a spring election if the opposition votes against the upcoming budget, according to CTV. However, he was adamant that the final decisions on the contents of the budget, which Finance Minister Jim Flaherty is expected to table on March 22, rest with his government and prime Minister Stephen Harper says his government will not engage in "horse trading or negotiations over the budget," despite a recent meeting with the NDP leader and a willingness to hear from the other opposition parties about their economic priorities. After being asked repeatedly whether he reached common ground on any budget priorities with NDP Leader Jack Layton after their meeting last Friday, Harper said he is open to suggestions from all opposition parties. As reported in the news.
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