It seems irrational. Only a fraction of the electorate actually voted PC. So instead of blaming the voters, it’s important to recognize the inability of the other parties to inspire voters. Not ideal to focus on leaders but that’s what works in our system. They need someone with charisma and (perceived) integrity. Manitoba pulled it off with Wab Kinew. Jack Layton did well. Trudeau early on.
The NDP needs a leaders who are less glossy and more gritty. It needs leaders who have a working class background and can sell the party to working class voters.
It seems irrational. Only a fraction of the electorate actually voted PC. So instead of blaming the voters, it’s important to recognize the inability of the other parties to inspire voters. Not ideal to focus on leaders but that’s what works in our system. They need someone with charisma and (perceived) integrity. Manitoba pulled it off with Wab Kinew. Jack Layton did well. Trudeau early on.
The NDP needs a leaders who are less glossy and more gritty. It needs leaders who have a working class background and can sell the party to working class voters.
Charlie Angus