Populism out of trucker convoy must be ‘properly managed’: Preston Manning

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Populism out of trucker convoy must be ‘properly managed’: Preston Manning
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Preston Manning says the populist sentiment of the trucker convoy ‘can be an enormous source of political energy if it’s properly managed and directed’

Fighting vaccine and mask mandates has become a popular rallying cry for the party, including among leadership contenders Pierre Poilievre and Leslyn Lewis, who are relying on supporters’ opposition to COVID-19 measures to sell memberships and raise money.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney and former Ontario premier Mike Harris were among those in attendance at the conference Friday. She said an example occurred when Conservatives decided to reject Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s use of the never-before-used federal Emergencies Act during the convoy demonstration. The protest in the capital ended after hundreds of police officers moved in to disperse the crowds, making dozens of arrests.

Their party can be a new home, but Bergen warned Conservatives they will not attract disaffected Liberals into the fold by being a “Liberal-lite” version of their main rivals.

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