Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre waits for the start of a news conference at a farm in Richmond, B.C., on April 9, 2026. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck
Commentary
Pierre Poilievre is a likeable, thoughtful, empathetic person. If only he would show us that side more often, he could gain the support of Canadian voters, which has eluded him. He has begun doing so, and it’s been very well received with his long and personal interview on the Joe Rogan Experience and one with Steven Bartlett. Poilievre was candid, open, and personable, showing a side he rarely exposes. He may have finally found the formula for reaching Canadians, but it may be too little, too late.
