The first debate in the Alberta NDP leadership race was mostly a civil affair Thursday but it wasn't all smooth sailing for former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi.
WATCH ABOVE: : After exiting politics, former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi is looking for a comeback as he hopes to become the next leader of the Alberta NDP.
“A lot of people like to put up walls and blame Danielle Smith for putting up walls but there’s someone on this stage who wants to put up a wall with the federal party – that’s dangerous,” she said.“I just want to tell the truth. I want everyone on that stage to tell the truth and be open about what their plans are,” she said.McGowan saved his criticism of Nenshi for after the debate ended.
He downplayed critical comments he says was just done for TV, but acknowledges not everyone is happy he’s an outsider. “The N in NDP should not stand for Naheed Democratic Party anymore than it stood for Notley Democratic Party.”Story continues below advertisement
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