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201481 minGdocumentary

God Save Justin Trudeau

201481 minGdocumentary

Justin Trudeau's 2012 charity boxing match against Conservative Senator Patrick Brazeau offers insights into the competitive nature of political ambition in Canada.

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Guylaine Maroist

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Justin Trudeau's 2012 charity boxing match against Conservative Senator Patrick Brazeau offers insights into the competitive nature of political ambition in Canada.

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Éric Rueldirector

Guylaine Maroistdirector

Guylaine Maroistwriter

Justin Trudeau

Justin Trudeaucast

Patrick Brazeaucast

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In 2012, Liberal Member of Parliament Justin Trudeau faced Conservative Senator Patrick Brazeau in a highly publicized charity boxing match. The event, held in Ottawa, served as a platform for both politicians to showcase their physical prowess and political ambitions. Through behind-the-scenes footage, the documentary provides insights into the motivations and strategies of these two prominent figures in Canadian politics, highlighting the unpredictable nature of both the boxing ring and the political arena.

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