Are you retarded? the world went through the worst recession since the Great Depression and Canada actually managed to come out on top because of Haper’s fiscal policies. Disagree with some of his other policies fine, but don’t ignore where we would be if the free spending liberals were in power during that time, it would be disastrous. Western Canada was flourishing then, look now from Sask to BC (non GVRD area) it’s costing way to much to live with increased taxes and many people out of work.