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VICTORIA — Premier John Horgan has hit the halfway point of a potential four-year term in office in an enviable position. A strong economy. Surplus budget. Low unemployment. Most election promises completed or on track. And few major scandals.

So perhaps it’s no surprise Horgan doesn’t want to shuffle the cabinet he put in place when the NDP was sworn in on July 18, 2017. Still, not every minister is getting better with time. Here’s a snapshot of performances in year two:

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ALL-STARS

John Horgan, premier: The unflappable, calm, articulate boss. Much has been written about Horgan’s transition from angry opposition leader to happy premier. It remains true.

Carole James, finance minister: Every financial update that shows a healthy surplus only bolsters the fact the NDP is fortunate to have James as finance minister. She’s dismantlinglong-held criticism that New Democrats are reckless financial managers. Admittedly, some tax rollouts have been clumsy. And it’s unclear if she can control the housing market moderation. But James is a huge asset.