Re: Avi Lewis Wins NDP Leadership: What This Means for Canada
Posted: Mon May 04, 2026 4:25 pm
by Dr Strangelove
Case in point:
Re: Avi Lewis Wins NDP Leadership: What This Means for Canada
Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2026 12:46 pm
by Dr Strangelove
Polling Gains: Recent data from Liaison Strategies indicates the NDP has jumped to 16% nationally (0:46-0:55). Analysis shows the NDP has seen the largest growth of any party since the last election, particularly gaining ground in Ontario and British Columbia (3:05-3:25, 7:17-7:33).
Demographic Shift: Among voters aged 18-34, the NDP is polling at 30%, showing a near-tie with the Liberals (3:55-4:05).
Critique of the Carney Government: Avi Lewis criticizes the current administration for policies such as potential privatization of airports and ports, corporate subsidies, increased military spending, and dismantling climate initiatives to secure pipeline projects (7:50-8:27).
The NDP Platform: Lewis emphasizes a shift toward public ownership as a tool for economic recovery, proposing public options for groceries, telecommunications, and non-market housing to combat what he defines as "market failure" (9:15-10:00).
Outlook: While the host expresses enthusiasm for the current trend, he notes that it is early to call it a long-term shift, as political support can fluctuate based on the news cycle and proximity to an election (2:58-3:04, 12:00-12:15).
Cons are imploding and they are shifting to the NDP. Quebec is a route and BC and Ontario are bleeding badly. Liberals have hit a ceiling but still have room to grow under steady leadership.