Lessons from Ontario

Article Abstract:

Some experts believe Mike Harris's surprisingly easy victory in Ontario's June 1995 election will re-energize the Progressive Conservative Party at Canada's federal level, but others say Harris will fragment the party. The election's impact on the Bloc Quebecois and the Liberal Party is assessed.

Author: Wilson-Smith, Anthony
Cover Story, Elections, Ontario, Harris, Michael (Canadian premier)

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Governing in the slow lane: the Liberals continue to drag their heels on some painful policy choices

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The Canadian Parliament's first 1995 sessions were not devoted to such weighty issues as the budget or unemployment, but to whether or not to change the Potato Marketing Act. Neither the ruling Liberal Party nor the opposition parties have distinguished themselves for their political acumen.

Author: Wilson-Smith, Anthony
Canada. Parliament

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The Ottawa handicap

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The move to center by the Liberal Party and the Reform Party is one indication that a federal election will be called in Canada in spring 1996. An overview of the challenges facing the major parties in the election campaign is presented.

Author: Wilson-Smith, Anthony
Column, New Democratic Party (Canada)

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Subjects list: Canada, Political activity, Political aspects, Liberal Party (Canada), Conservative Party of Canada, Bloc Quebecois
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