In politics vagueness works, determines success or failure

Just because a political party wins an election after releasing a detailed policy platform doesn't mean the platform actually helped it win.

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BY Gerry Nicholls

August 1, 2011

OAKVILLE, ONT.—Here's some free political advice: If you're running for elected office don't ever give voters dozens of reasons not to vote for you.

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