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It’s not good news for Justin Trudeau and the Liberals as they head into the English language leaders debate on Monday night: Just 25% of the country believes he deserves to be re-elected.

That is one of the findings of a poll conducted for theToronto Sun as part of the DART & Maru/Blue Voice Canada Poll.

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When asked if it is time for a change in government or if the government deserved to be re-elected, 55% said it was time for a change compared to 25% who indicated Trudeau and the Liberals had done a good job. That number sits well below the percentage of the voting public that says they are likely to cast a ballot for the Liberals in two weeks time.

That’s a worrying figure for the Liberals, say polling experts, because it speaks to a less motivated voter base.

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“This measurement is important because it oftentimes portends momentum for either supporters or those who oppose the incumbent government in getting to the ballot box,” said pollster John Wright, a partner at DART.

“This can be a critical dimension in a close race, as is the case right now, between the two major parties.”