Liberal leader Mark Carney was elected as Canada’s newest prime minister Monday evening. In his victory speech at the Liberal campaign headquarters, Carney acknowledged the close race between his party and the rival Conservatives, vowing to govern “for all Canadians” no matter their political alignment. Carney also spoke on the importance of humility, promising to own up to and learn from the mistakes he has and expects to make in this new role.
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