Delorey: The Conservative Party and Pride Month: Poilievre's Freedom Paradox
The Conservative leader now stands at the precipice of anticipation and action. As Pride month is upon us, he is presented with a choice – to clothe himself in reservation, mirroring the path trodden by his predecessors, or to step forward with audacity, celebrating this occasion with the enthusiasm it truly deserves. This might appear to be a divergence from the standard practices of our past leaders.
We can look further to successful Conservative leaders on the provincial stage for inspiration. Doug Ford, Tim Houston, and Francois Legault have all walked in Pride parades, demonstrating a kind of leadership that embraces diversity and inclusivity. Even on the more populist side, leaders have engaged with Pride events - Danielle Smith, a key ally of Poilievre, has attended Pride events.
This fight for the hearts and minds of social conservatives has caused a palpable tension within our ranks, making the task of appeasing both wings of the conservative voter base akin to a tightrope walk. If Poilievre is indeed delaying support for Pride for electoral gains, it presents a disturbing reality. This tactic indicates a willingness to sacrifice principles and delay support for diversity and inclusivity.
In the end, the question becomes: Will our leader be guided by political winds or by the principles of freedom and inclusivity he professes? The choice Poilievre makes will shape the course of our party's evolution and its place in the heart of the Canadian electorate.Thus, we return to Pierre Poilievre's assertion that Pride month symbolizes freedom. His words have set a precedent, and his actions in the coming weeks will determine our party’s trajectory.
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