This was the first time that I listened to Trudeau at length. I was astonished at what an airhead he is. His summation included the phrases " We are who we are", "Canada is what it is" and "we’ve always known that better is always possible". Together with all his gaffes when he actually comments on issues, it is clear to me that he is just another charming empty suit with a famous father. George Bush Jr., anybody?
Here is a link to a transcript of the debate.
The quotations above were taken from his closing remarks.
I think that Harper's attack ads are actually quite kind. "Just not ready" leaves open the possibility that someday, with experience, he will be. "Just too dumb" would be more accurate. I wouldn't hire him to manage a hot dog stand, never mind a country.