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Federal Election 2025: Why the existence of satirical candidates is 'over'

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Summary
Nutrition label

61% Informative

Canada 's tradition of political humour and novelty candidates is a long way from what it was in its heyday.

Only a handful of Marijuana Party , Animal Protection Party candidates and a sprinkling of Rhinoceros candidates are on the ballot.

Satirical candidates have a disruptive effect, and that can have positive impacts for democracy.

Satirical candidates almost always cause some worry, said McClennen .

In this election cycle, satire is taking a backseat.

The influence of Donald Trump south of the border is "massive," said Johnston .

“It’s not fun.”.

VR Score

66

Informative language

62

Neutral language

85

Article tone

semi-formal

Language

English

Language complexity

55

Offensive language

not offensive

Hate speech

not hateful

Attention-grabbing headline

not detected

Known propaganda techniques

not detected

Time-value

short-lived

Source diversity

1

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