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The NDP leadership race could be turning into a nail-biter with no clear winner in sight. But it's unclear if Canadians are tuning in.

But according to party insiders, three are likely bets to become leader: Heather McPherson, Avi Lewis and Rob Ashton.

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[–] garbagebagel@lemmy.world 11 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (1 children)

Me, I'm paying attention. Avi seems like the only true leftist with a shot at winning. Rob is okay but he needs to drop the fossil fuel BS. Heather sucks and is a moderate and will only push the party further center. Tony and Tanille are precious but obviously don't have a chance.

[–] MacroCyclo@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Wow, great summary. They are kind of missing someone that can speak to the whole party.

[–] garbagebagel@lemmy.world 3 points 1 day ago

Yeah, I think that's why the race is so tight. IMO Avi, while not representing unions in the same way that Rob Ashton is doing, is still speaking to a lot of the core of what the NDP was originally. You can have worker solidarity but if you don't have community support, that doesn't really work. Avi is calling for the gov to work with community organizers and unions, as well as calling for green alternatives, which I don't think was a founding principle for the NDP but it is a huge issue that could help unite left leaning voters in Canada.