Front Burner Who can rebuild the NDP?
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Sep 29, 2025 Martin Lukacs, managing editor of The Breach, and Cheryl Oates, a seasoned political consultant, dive into the current NDP leadership race between Avi Lewis and Heather McPherson. They dissect the party's recent collapse and assess its messaging failures. The duo debates whether the NDP's approach to social movements is too cautious and whether bold rhetoric could broaden the party's appeal. They also explore the significance of climate policies in everyday life and discuss how the NDP can reclaim its position as a governing alternative.
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Pragmatic Climate And Jobs Balance
- Cheryl argues provincial NDPs balanced climate action and resource economies to protect jobs while cutting emissions.
- She presents pragmatic dual approaches as politically effective in Western Canada.
Avoid Hypothetical Pipeline Fights
- Cheryl advises avoiding hypothetical fights over projects without proponents and focusing on realistic community consent.
- She warns against jeopardizing viable projects by forcing unwanted initiatives.
End Revolving Door With Corporate Power
- Martin calls for moral clarity: say no more pipelines and reject revolving-door ties to corporate interests.
- He argues corporate profits have become obstacles to bold policies for working people.
