Should the NDP adopt ‘Woke 2’?

New Democrats must mainly focus on keeping their supporters energized and motivated, which won’t happen if the party suddenly dilutes its progressive principles and values.
NDP Leader Avi Lewis, backed by members of his caucus this past spring in the West Block. 'Woke 2,' an expression being used by left-wing American politicians, is meant to refer to a more politically moderate tone. Canada's NDP shouldn't embrace it as they won't keep supporters energized if they dilute their values, writes Gerry Nicholls.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
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BY GERRY NICHOLLS
August 31, 2026

OAKVILLE, ONT.—You know a political ideology is getting too extreme when its adherents take aim at popular holidays.

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