Carney nearly begged premiers to lift U.S. booze ban, says Kinew

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Aug 20, 202600:45:30News & Politics

As negotiators say Canada is 'very close' to a U.S. trade deal, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says Prime Minister Mark Carney nearly begged premiers to put U.S. alcohol back on shelves to secure the deal. Power & Politics h...

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