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How do Trudeau's first 100 days stack up?

Justin Trudeau's Liberal government has moved on several fronts during its first 100 days, including the long-form census, a tax cut, Syrian refugees, a new anti-ISIS approach, a pipeline review and a promised inquiry into Canada's missing and murdered aboriginal women. Readers share how they think Trudeau's first 100 days have stacked up.

PM has moved on issues including ISIS stance, Syrian refugee resettlement while facing criticism

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been in office for 100 days. Readers shared their thoughts on his term so far. (Paul Chiasson/Canadian Press)

Justin Trudeau's Liberal government has moved on several fronts during its first 100 days, including the long-form census, a tax cut, Syrian refugees, a new anti-ISIS approach, a pipeline review, and a promised inquiry into Canada's missing and murdered aboriginal women.

The prime minister has also faced criticism from the Opposition and some media, who have called him naiveabout the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, not engaged enough about pipelines and in over his head when it comes to the country's struggling economy.

How do Trudeau's first 100 days stack up?We asked readersin our latest CBC Forum our daily hosted discussion on topics of national interest.

(Please note that user names are not necessarily thenames of commenters. Some comments have been alteredto correct spelling andto conform to CBC style. Click on the user name to see the full comment in the blog format.)

Praise

"The Liberals have been extremely successful. They've proved that they are patient, rationaland are determined to not do anything stupid. Ending the combat mission with the coalition, and changing their role to the greater commitment of humanitarian operations and training is a more valuable endeavour than dropping bombs and hoping it does something." Just Me

"Selection of some top-notch ministers and letting them manage their portfolios check. Allocating funds for urban infrastructure check. Humanitarian stance that reflects the will of Canadians check." Reckoning

"I have to saythat while I was never aTrudeauenthusiast, I can definitely describe the first 100 days as refreshing.I'm seeing a new tone in government, one based on engagement, respect for indigenous peoples, consultation and integrity. SF

"I applaud the policy shift regarding the conflict in Syria. On the domestic front, I think he has been astute in promising the $700-million package for Alberta. I think he has also been masterful in handling Energy East by strengthening the review process.Trudeauseems serious about building consensus."Oilfan

Criticisms

"We are worse off as a nation after JT and his brand of leadership than before. We demonstrate to the world we are intimidated by our enemies and havedemonizedpeople who hold jobs and create income to pay for the lavish social programs." FAstFish

"Instead of pushing though hell or high water their controversial refugee commitments, withdrawal of RCAF [fighter jets] from Syria, and signing of TPP they should have concentrated on far less partisan, but much more important issues health care, local manufacturing, infrastructure to namea few."Fennec

"Trudeaurefuses to be a cheerleader for Western industries yet has no problem stumping for Bombardier or the auto sector. He should be a cheerleader for all of Canada." Chuck

"Trudeauhas done nothing to bring those who voted Conservative on board with his plan for this country. He criticized Harper for being so divisive when he is doing the exact same thing. The only difference is who enjoys the spoils." Jack

Mixed feelings

"The first 100 days of the Trudeau government have primarily focused on tone there have been some movement on delivery of the easy platform promises but it really is little on substance, and more of a focus on changing the style from that of the previous government." Josh

"I would give him an 'average.'The fruits ofanything have yet to be tested, particularlythe ISIS situation." Eugene Toope

You can read the complete discussion below.

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With files from CBC's Aaron Wherry