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Horgan is willing to take risks Provincial NDP leader in North Saanich for local consituency fundraiser at Glen Meadows
Steven Heywood News staff
An ear for a parade Steven Heywood/News staff
John Horgan says he is giving the critics within the B.C. New Democratic Party the freedom under his leadership to take more risks. But is Horgan himself willing to take a few risks with the party’s political future? Horgan says he is. And when asked to offer up one risk he’s willing to take after 13 months in the job, he says it’s going to be reaching across the aisle to find common ground with other parties — and see if a more collaborative approach resonates with voters come the next provincial election. “As a party we need to be willing to consult with the public on changes the province is facing,” Horgan said prior to appearing at a fundraising Photo contributed by Ryan Painter dinner for Saan- MLA Gary Holman, left, and ich North and the NDP leader John Horgan. Islands MLA Gary Holman on June 4. “This could mean a change in government, or a change in how political parties themselves operate.” Horgan said he’s a fan of democratic reform — a passion shared by Holman who is currently leading the portfolio for the B.C. NDP. Horgan added the Saanich North riding itself is an example where better representation in the legislature might reflect voting realities.
Don Lovely from Central Saanich joins his grandson Will Kufflick, 2, in covering their ears as the fire trucks sound their sirens during the Brentwood BaySidney Festival parade onAd Saturday. Will and his 10.33” family were PleAse see: BIA ASMS - May 2015 • Size: (w) x on 2.0”the (h)Saanich • Rev 2 • May 28/15 Peninsula visiting family over the weekend. For more parade pictures, turn to page 3. Team approach for NDP leader, page 5
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