The key to winning this election with a real mandate, therefore, lies in building broad support across urban and suburban voters
by toning down rhetoric and demonstrating a willingness to work with the premier. A candidate who expresses a willingness to use an ‘every-tool-in-the-belt’ approach to solving issues could build broad support.
In the end, the legitimacy of the next mayor will only be questioned on the grounds of their lower number of votes if they make an attempt to obstruct the premier. While progressive critics of Ford claim that his paternal and patronizing interference in the affairs of the city are a jurisdictional overreach, the fact remains that the city exists in law as a creature of the province.
The challenge for any candidate will be to balance the needs of the city with the limits of their power. An obstructionist mayor who refuses to work with the premier will only ensure that nothing gets done and our problems get worse. It is only by working together that we can hope to address the many issues facing Toronto today.Share this Story:
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