‘There’s a risk of excessive polarization of the party’: Harper’s interference in Conservative leadership dividing Conservatives
Former prime minister Stephen Harper’s decision to recently step down from the Conservative Fund in order to reportedly block the potential Conservative leadership candidacy of Jean Charest is causing fissures in the party, with some saying, “he’s a former defeated Conservative leader” and should stay out of the leadership contest. “There’s a risk of excessive […]
I sure hope more women run for the Conservative leadership
OTTAWA—A quick Google search of women and conservative policy in Canada prompts a link to “Conservative women,” a subpage buried deep on the Conservative Party of Canada’s website. In this link, the author reflects how the left often describes Conservatives as the party of “old, white men”: an “oft-repeated stereotype” the message begins. A few […]
Why stereotyping of Conservatives as party of ‘old white men’ persists
A quick Google search of women and conservative policy in Canada leads to a link to “Conservative Women,” a subpage buried deep on the Conservative Party’s website. In this link, the party reflects on how the left often describes Conservatives as the party of “old white men,” what has become an “oft-repeated stereotype.” A few […]
Fundraising a big challenge for Conservative leadership candidates in upcoming contest, say political players
Federal Conservative leadership candidates will likely have a hard time raising money for their June 27 campaign, especially since they will not only be competing with each other, but the party headquarters will also continue its own fundraising throughout the contest, says a candidate and a veteran political strategist. “It will be difficult, especially considering […]
The Conservative challenge: picking a leader today to meet the needs of tomorrow
OAKVILLE, ONT.—The fallout from the recent eradication of a top Iranian military commander should remind us all as to just how quickly the Canadian public’s collective attitudes can change. In the space of just a few days, we went from being indignant about Andrew Scheer’s expense accounts to being terrified about the possible onset of […]
So you think you want to lead the Conservative Party of Canada?
OTTAWA—The year 2020 has begun, and the Conservatives have announced that the party’s leadership “convention,” or more specifically the results announcement, will take place in Toronto on Saturday, June 27. That also coincides with one of Toronto’s big Pride celebrations. Someone on the Conservative Leadership Election Organizing Committee (LEOC) is thinking strategically. Rules are still […]
‘Like a surprise military operation’: Potential Tory leadership bids being prepped with big names on the radar
With the Conservative Party still in the process of finalizing the rules for the summer’s crucial leadership contest, potential contestants are jockeying behind the scenes to put together their campaign teams, making fundraising phone calls, and seeking support from movers and shakers in the party. But most are also keeping an eye on whether high-profile […]
Politics This Morning: Happy new year!
Happy Friday, and a happy new year to all! Many are no doubt still in vacation mode—Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and family, for example, remain on holiday in Costa Rica—with the House of Commons not set to return until Jan. 27. For its part, the Senate will be back on Feb. 4. The Bank of […]
Some Conservative MPs ‘upset,’ ‘disappointed’ in wake of reports raising questions about Scheer’s family, office expenses
Some Conservative caucus members are upset by the stories about Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer’s family and his leadership office’s expenses, warning that if more negative information comes out, it would be unrealistic for him to stay on until a new leader is elected at the party’s convention. “This is not good for the party,” said […]
Scheer exit opens door for reset, say members who welcome the chance ‘to spring clean’
Outgoing Conservative Party Leader Andrew Scheer’s departure brings a chance for some necessary “spring cleaning,” says one Conservative Senator as party members call the pending race a chance for a party in need of a reset, rebranding, and bold centre-right ideas. The race should bring “fresh blood” and serious economic policies to a party in […]
