Alberta’s 2019 election underway as Premier Notley drops the writ

An Alberta election that some political pundits have said could be one for the ages will be held in 28 days, on Tuesday, April 16.

“It is time for an election,” NDP Leader Rachel Notley exclaimed at an event in Calgary, where she dropped the writ on Tuesday morning.

“I am pleased to announce that Albertans will go to the polls on April 16.”

Much of Notley’s speech was aimed at conservative voters who may have lost faith in the current conservative options in Alberta.

“If you consider yourself to be a progressive or a moderate voter, I hope to earn your support in this election campaign. We share common values and priorities –values that Jason Kenney fundamentally rejects.”

She also pointed to what many have called Kenney’s divisive style of politics, asking supporters at her speech whether Albertans should stick together, or turn on each other.

Source: Global New Canada