We appear to be living in an era where reality TV stars are now able to trade their popularity on TV for popular support. especially those with a strong, abrasive personality. Seems like speaking your mind without filters draws some to support them even if they don't have the skill sets to govern effectively.

O'Leary is first and foremost a blustery self promoter who has chosen to reside mainly in the US. One has to wonder how he can pretend to understand the reality of ordinary Canadians. It's doubtful that this man has ever rubbed shoulders with the common citizen of any country. 

What we could expect if ever he won the prime ministership is for him to select a cabinet of the rich, by the rich and for the rich. These are the only people he really cares about. ordinary working people don't even register on his mind.

And yet, there appears to be a sizeable part of the electorate that is attracted to a strong man figure, believing that they will get things done.