Bob Rae - Unplugged! (Smoke, Mirrors and the Truth)

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Bob Rae - Unplugged! (Smoke, Mirrors and the Truth)

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It's Wednesday and that means "Smoke, Mirrors and The Truth" with Bruce Anderson in his regular slot and joining us for a frank discussion about diplomacy in a covid world, Canada's Ambassador to the United Nations Bob Rae. He's open, frank and pretty laid back. Bob Rae on the Bridge.

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Feb 3, 2021

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