After stepping back from public life following his 2015 election loss, former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper re-emerged to mark the 20th anniversary of his first election with a series of speeches dubbed “Harperpalooza.” He criticized his successor Justin Trudeau for weakening Canada and urged cooperation between political parties amid perceived U.S. threats. Harper also advocated for an oil pipeline to address western alienation and Canada’s economic dependence on the U.S. Despite controversies, his tenure is remembered for steady leadership and policy-focused governance.
