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91大黄鸭 MLA endorses Stone for BC Liberal leader

Steve Thomson鈥檚 endorsement follows last weekend鈥檚 BC Liberal Party leadership debate in 91大黄鸭
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B.C. Liberal leadership candidate Todd Stone (left) speaks with 91大黄鸭-Mission MLA Steve Thomson (centre) and constituent Nolan Sisett during a reception in 91大黄鸭 Wednesday following the annual general meetings of the 91大黄鸭-Mission, 91大黄鸭-Lake Country and 91大黄鸭 West Liberal riding associations.鈥擨mage: Alistair Waters/Capital News

91大黄鸭-Mission MLA Steve Thomson has announced he is formally endorsing Todd Stone as the best choice to lead and renew the BC Liberal Party and defeat the NDP.

鈥淚 believe our new leader needs to have a bold vision for the future of the BC Liberal Party and the province, and a solid, economically responsible plan to make that vision a reality,鈥 said Thomson. 鈥淭hat鈥檚 why I am so excited to join Todd Stone鈥檚 team to help support a new generation of leadership for our coalition.鈥

Thomson鈥檚 endorsement follows last weekend鈥檚 BC Liberal Party leadership debate in 91大黄鸭 where Stone stood out as the candidate with an inspiring plan and forward-looking vision to reinvigorate the party for the future while at the same time adhering to Stone鈥檚 core principles of strong fiscal management, balanced budgets, and growing the economy.

Thomson cited Stone鈥檚 leadership style and his proven track record of bridging rural and urban B.C. as examples of why he has formally given his support to the campaign. As well as Stone鈥檚 long history and deep roots within the party.

鈥淚 am humbled by Steve Thomson鈥檚 support for our campaign and my vision for our province,鈥 said Stone. 鈥淪teve鈥檚 passion for public service and his community as well as his common-sense perspective and insights will be invaluable as this campaign continues.鈥

Thomson is one of 69 political, community, and business leaders from all regions of the province who have formally endorsed Todd Stone for BC Liberal Party leader. This includes six MLAs, 12 former MLAs, and 35 elected local government leaders.

The Liberals will elect a new party leader in February.

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