The B.C. way: the New Democrats buck a national trend to the right

Article Abstract:

The Socialist-leaning New Democratic Party won 39 seats in the 75-member British Columbia legislature, which resulted in the reelection of Premier Glen Clark. The Liberals won only 33 seats, but actually captured a greater percentage of the popular vote.

Cover Story, Elections, Liberal Party (Canada), New Democratic Party (Canada), Campbell, Gordon M.

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Clark stands his ground

Article Abstract:

Glen Clark approved a compromise agreement to limit development in a huge area of British Columbia. On other issues he faces increasing economic problems in the province and political opponents who are uniting against him.

Canada, Political aspects, National liberation movements, Environmental policy

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