The federal Conservative Party is facing challenges reminiscent of its past struggles following a recent minority election victory by the Liberals. This situation has been compounded by a significant floor-crossing that has left party members disheartened. Additionally, the Conservatives were unable to prevent the government from passing its budget, which was approved by a narrow margin.

Ian Brodie, who served as chief of staff to former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, discussed these parallels with commentator Brian Lilley. Brodie noted that the current circumstances echo those from two decades ago when Harper's Conservatives encountered similar difficulties.

In that earlier period, it took less than a year for the government to collapse, leading to Harper's Conservatives securing their first of three consecutive election victories. Brodie emphasized that there are valuable lessons for Pierre Poilievre and his team to consider as they navigate their current challenges. He suggested that the Conservatives should not be overly discouraged by their recent setbacks, as history shows that recovery and success are possible.

Brodie's insights were shared during a recorded discussion on November 14, 2025, highlighting the cyclical nature of political fortunes and the potential for the Conservatives to rebound from their current situation.