Tag Archives: Liberal Leadership
Leader X
I have to admit to being confounded at the latest moves by the Liberal brain-trust to make the position of “interim leader” as unrewarding and thankless as could be imagined. Who, if indeed anyone, will emerge from today’s caucus meetings … Continue reading
Filed under Liberal Party of Canada
All Over But the Voting
A quick scan of the papers indicates that press has rendered its verdict on the outcome of the election – the only questions now remaining being ones of degree. How large will Harper’s victory be? How much will the “orange … Continue reading
Whither Ignatieff?
From the same shopworn chucklehead who last week inexplicably ventured “smart money” on Harper likely exiting stage right this year, now comes the latest inane prattle — this time chiding Michael Ignatieff for his low-profile debut as Liberal leader. Sorry … Continue reading
Filed under Media, Michael Ignatieff
Ignatieff: The Guy in the RED Sweater
A roundtable discussion with constituents in Etibicoke-Lakeshore during the last election campaign (that already seems like ages ago). And here he is in one of the videos from his 2006 leadership campaign. This one on “citizenship” (which includes comments about … Continue reading
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The New Rat Pack?
I’m not sure if the Liberals want to be associated with the word “Rat” all considered. Nor can I can see the slightest resemblance between the current leader and his would-be successors to the suave and debonair band of entertainers … Continue reading
Filed under Liberal Party of Canada
Danny Williams?
It’s hard to tell whether Stephen LeDrew is being serious here, but I have to admit the same thought has crossed my mind: All observers agree that the next Liberal leader must be savvy, experienced, quick on his or her … Continue reading
Filed under Liberal Party of Canada
Après Dion
The introspection continues… In related news… Frank McKenna has begged off running in any forthcoming leadership race, citing a “longer time commitment” than he’s prepared to make at age 60 to what he feels would be needed in order to … Continue reading
Filed under Liberal Party of Canada, Stéphane Dion
Pinball?
As reported in absolutely glowing terms in this morning’s Toronto Star, here’s a trial leadership balloon being floated by Sen. David Smith (not mentioned, but I’d venture to bet he’s behind this) and Sen. Jerry Grafstein. Surely, they cannot be … Continue reading
Filed under Liberal Party of Canada
Young Gerard Kennedy
A history of ineffectual decision-making. Interesting to learn that he’s not going to be running for leadership this time around. Let me just tack onto this humorous little video a more serious note, provided in the form of a letter … Continue reading
Filed under Liberal Party of Canada
Dion: Post Announcement
An open thread of sorts for your thoughts/opinions following Dion’s announcement that he will step down as Liberal party leader after the party holds a leadership convention.
Filed under Liberal Party of Canada
