Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?

Drastic reductions in the government's ability to extract wealth from Canadians, with the end goal of making the concept of "public spending" understood as synonymous with corruption and theft, and ultimately undermine confidence in the state. Defaulting on the national debt would be preferred, however arguments could be made for allowing the US to absorb our debt in exchange for statehood.

No, they should reduce spending over seas supporting other countries as well as make the wages of government officials reflective of the outcomes they produce. Have a base salary, then bonuses based on how well the economy is running. Earn your wage!

I believe they should make cuts to public spending deemed unnecessary by the people and work more on ensuring the national debt is reduced safely without harming the country's economy and its people.

increase taxes on the wealthy, increase taxes for the large multinational corporations and focus on ending tax evaision.

Stop sending money to other countries when we are very much in need of our own money for this country. Help others once we are stable and able to.

No, reduce spending on the military and other services that aren’t necessarily required (keep with NATO’s 2% though), make the government smaller, spend a little on ending tax evasion, and increase taxes on those who can afford to pay.

Yes, but by reducing and capping salaries and benefits to government and elected officials. Also reduce the amount of government officials.