The gamble of the long shots: three backbench MPs claim that they can win the Tory race
Article Abstract:
Jim Edwards, Garth Turner and Patrick Boyer are viewed as underdogs in the race that will elect a new Tory leader in Canada. The political agenda of each of the three men is presented. All three have budgets that are lower than the spending limit of $900,000 for the campaign.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1993
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The man on the right
Article Abstract:
James Edwards, who has represented the Edmonton Southwest riding since 1984, is running for prime minister of Canada. Edwards is a fiscal conservative who believes the Goods and Services Tax should be expanded and social programs should be limited.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1993
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