Internal party warfare can be fatal

Jason Kenney’s departure was unexpected as he had gathered together a group of key supporters for what was expected to be a victory celebration.

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, pictured May 5, 2022, in Ottawa at the Canada Strong and Free Network's conference, eked out a bare majority in a party vote on his leadership, only to be forced out by advisers’ pressure last week.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY SHEILA COPPS

May 23, 2022

OTTAWA—Internal party warfare can be fatal. Alberta Premier Jason Kenney eked out a bare majority in a party vote on his leadership, only to be forced out by advisers’ pressure. Kenney’s departure was unexpected as he had gathered together a group of key supporters for what was expected to b...

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