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Horgan throws hat in ring for B.C. NDP leadership Juan de Fuca MLA changes mind, decides to take another run at winning provincial party’s top job Kyle Wells News staff
MLA John Horgan is crediting his constituents for changing his mind and convincing him to seek leadership of the provincial NDP party. His announcement, made Monday in his Juan de Fuca constituency, is an about-turn from the MLA’s Oct. 2013 decision not to run. He said at the time he wanted to “get out of the way of our younger members.” “I’ve been approached consistently, almost daily, to reconsider my decision,” Horgan told the Gazette before his announcement. “I’m seeing a broad consensus emerging that what we need is strong leadership to take on the Liberals in 2017, and I believe, and many, many others believe, that I fit that bill.” His intention to set the stage for younger politicians has not
tion, Horgan said been fruitful, he the party needs said. to listen to voters “I felt that if I was and make sure it is out of the picture relevant to British that would give Columbians. them more comHe was joined fort. The young at the announcepeople that I had ment by former hoped to step up party leader are encouraging Victoria-Beacon me to step up.” Hill MLA Carole A focus on the James, along with environment and John Horgan Maurine Karagiaindustrial development will be the keystone nis, MLA for Esquimalt-Royal of Horgan’s campaign. He Roads, and Cowichan Valley describes himself as a longtime MLA Bill Routly. Horgan plans to unveil more NDP diehard who believes in the importance of community, NDP MLAs as members of his public services and ensuring team over the coming week. He finished third in the 2011 access for all to the “prosperleadership race behind Mike ity of B.C.” “I believe I can take those Farnworth and winner Adrian values and encourage people Dix. So far, Farnworth is the to not just vote for the NDP, only other party member to but to be excited about voting have announced his run for the leadership in 2014. A leader for the NDP,” he said. Reflecting on the NDP’s sur- will be picked on Sept. 28. kwells@goldstreamgazette.com prising defeat in the 2013 elec-
A new perspective on education A pair of Belmont secondary teachers are actively promoting the concept of better preparing middle and high school students for application to college and university programs. See story page A3.
Some choices are hard.
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Mashed-up boardplay Cole Corrigall gets some air time as he rides a rail during the third annual March Mashup trick and longboard competition at Sidestep Skate School on Dunford Avenue in Langford. The event attracted about 50 riders from around Greater Victoria and featured $1,500 in donated prizes from local businesses. The event wrapped up at 3 p.m. Saturday just as the torrential downpour began.
Some are easy.
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