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Parties jockeying for Halifax riding, two NPD candidates seeking nomination

'When an incumbent sits down, all parties jockey to take the seat. I certainly feel confident that the NDP will keep the seat regardless of the candidate.'

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BY ABBAS RANA
August 18, 2008

News | BY ABBAS RANA | August 18, 2008

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Parties jockeying for Halifax riding, two NPD candidates seeking nomination

'When an incumbent sits down, all parties jockey to take the seat. I certainly feel confident that the NDP will keep the seat regardless of the candidate.'

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