Squamish-raised Callista Ryan has long been associated with student politics, and was acclaimed by the NDP as its choice to tackle Kevin Falcon in Vancouver-Quilchena
On Monday, Aug. 19, the party declared it will run Callista Ryan against Kevin Falcon in the urban riding of Vancouver-Quilchena in the coming provincial election.
“One of the things I’m interested in seeing is how the vote may split or shift with the rise of the BC Conservative Party as well," she said. "Anything can happen in politics … I want to serve as a strong option for voters and those that want to see something different in the riding.” “I think Mr. Falcon really can’t take anything for granted at this point, so I think he will certainly be spending a certain amount of time in his own riding to ensure that he wins reelection, but at the same time, he is going to be divided,” said Prest.
“Choosing someone that is young and fresh and can bring energy to the race and make a strong contrast with Mr Falcon—that is what the NDP is hoping to do here, to the extent that they can make life difficult for Mr. Falcon," Prest said. "I think the NDP can conclude that’s never a bad thing.”
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