What happened the last time someone tried to Make Ontario Great Again
Opinion: As Doug Ford becomes the Ontario PCs’ leader, a spate of American populism imported into the province in the 1890s offers lessons for the present
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Why Kathleen Wynne is still so unpopular
Doug Ford’s big win might change the subject in Ontario politics. But will it change many voters’ dim view of their premier?
Doug Ford, chaos candidate
Jen Gerson: The new Ontario PC leader was the extreme choice, and his message will resonate with voters eager to tear down Liberal elitism
Doug Ford’s speech: ’To the people of Ontario, I say relief is on its way.’ - Transcript
Late Saturday night, Doug Ford was elected leader of the Ontario Conservative party. Here’s a transcript of his victory speech.
Is Doug Ford’s victory a ’lifeline to Wynne’s Liberals’?
The plain-talking, folksy new PC leader will appeal to growing populist leanings, but he may also struggle to win over key urban Ontario voters
For Ontario’s Conservatives, another fine mess
Paul Wells: The night ends with a Doug Ford win—ha-ha, nervous laugh. If there’s a lesson it’s that Ontario conservatism is a complex coalition.
Is Doug Ford the populist hero Canadians are looking for?
If Ford can take over the PC party on March 10, his promise to fight for the little guy could well propel him to a Trump-like victory in Ontario
In this Ontario PC leadership race, Christine Elliott’s experience might finally count
A new Angus Reid Institute poll sees Elliott with more appeal beyond the PC base than rival Doug Ford
Christine Elliott and the Pips
Paul Wells: The other candidates in Wednesday’s PC leadership debate spent much time focused on Elliott. Like backup singers to a possible premier.
Ontario PC leadership debate: Watch it here
Leadership candidates Christine Elliott, Doug Ford and Caroline Mulroney debate each other today. Watch the broadcast here.