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The Silly Season: From 2009 to 2011 in BC Politics

The BC Liberals' 2009 election win commenced a period of remarkable tumult in B.C. politics. With the resignations of leaders Gordon Campbell and Carole James, B.C.'s major parties are seeking new direction, and to repair relations with B.C. voters. The BC Liberals have elected a new leader, Christy Clark – and the BC NDP soon will follow suit. Keep your eye on our BC Politics page for context and analysis of the political developments of the day. Contact the editor  

By BCBusiness /

The BC Liberals’ 2009 election win commenced a period of remarkable tumult in B.C. politics. With the resignations of leaders Gordon Campbell and Carole James, B.C.’s major parties are seeking new direction, and to repair relations with B.C. voters. The BC Liberals have elected a new leader, Christy Clark – and the BC NDP soon will follow suit. Keep your eye on our BC Politics page for context and analysis of the political developments of the day. Contact the editor

 

 

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