Anne McGrath

Anne McGrath, Jack Layton’s chief of staff, talks about the NDP leadership race. The Star’s Joanna Smith comes away with the...

A sense of solidarity unites the NDP caucus

Canadians gathered in Toronto to celebrate Jack Layton’s life

The NDP has released the full details of Saturday’s "celebration of life" in honour of Jack Layton. The public visitation at city...

The NDP leader passed away at his home early this morning

From this week’s print edition, a behind-the-scenes look at Jack Layton’s announcement last month. The story is primarily based on...

His confidants and caucus colleagues recount the difficult days before and after his shocking announcement

Joanna Smith looks at the advisors that have surrounded Jack Layton over the last nine years. There is a parallel to be drawn here...

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