The argument that there has only been one policy convention is ridiculous. Not only is the process extremely skewed - caucus has an absurd amount of influence over CPC policy - but the convention this year was postponed, eliminating any chance for the membership to weigh in on the government's performance until after the next election.
The Manitoba Conservatives just got their lunch handed to them by the NDP. After running a campaign to the left of the dippers and with zero confidence in their convictions they lost two seats,gained one and handed Gary Doer a record sized majority.
Gerry Nicholls is a communications consultant and writer who has been called a “political warrior” a “brilliant strategist” and one of the “canniest political observers in Canada.”
He has worked as a consultant in both the United States and Canada and was formerly a senior officer in the National Citizens Coalition.
A regular columnist with the Ottawa Hill Times, his work has also appeared in the Globe and Mail, the National Post and in the Sun Media chain; and he has appeared on countless TV and radio public affairs programs. He is the author of the book, Loyal to the Core, Harper, Me and the NCC.
“Loyal to the Core is a daring and provocative work. It deserves to be read by conservative activists and politicos.” – Western Standard
“This is a very important book.” -- Michael Coren, TV host
“A fascinating read” --- Seamus O'Regan, Canada AM
“I really enjoyed Loyal to the Core. It’s a great book”, - Charles Adler, radio host.
"Loyal to the Core should be required reading for anyone considering or starting a career at a conservative think tank or in electoral politics in general …Consider Loyal to the Core a cautionary tale that’s also a funny, easy read – with a few highly “stealable” ideas for media campaigns thrown in for good measure.”- Kathy Shaidle, author Tyranny of Nice
“Every Canadian remotely interested in politics and the state of the country should have a read of Loyal to the Core. – blogger Wendy Sullivan
"It’s rare to find a politico, however, who is equally passionate about policy and strategy, but columnist, pundit, author and Western Standard blogger Gerry Nicholls is such a person." Matthew Johnson, owner Western Standard
"If you are a conservative who wonders how conservatives can communicate their message in a hostile media climate, Loyal to the Core is a must read." -- At Home in Hespeler
"You HAVE TO read this book!" -- Connie Fournier Free Dominion
3 comments:
The argument that there has only been one policy convention is ridiculous. Not only is the process extremely skewed - caucus has an absurd amount of influence over CPC policy - but the convention this year was postponed, eliminating any chance for the membership to weigh in on the government's performance until after the next election.
The Manitoba Conservatives just got their lunch handed to them by the NDP. After running a campaign to the left of the dippers and with zero confidence in their convictions they lost two seats,gained one and handed Gary Doer a record sized majority.
Way to go guys.
Yup, in Manitoba the NDP are now the right wing party.
What a joke.
Post a Comment