In the NDP leadership race, candidates Heather McPherson and Rob Ashton are differentiating themselves from social activist Avi Lewis, particularly regarding their views on party strategy and relationships with provincial wings. Both emphasize a need to regain the support of traditional blue-collar voters, with McPherson highlighting her parliamentary experience as an advantage. Ashton recently criticized Lewis for his divisive remarks about the BC NDP’s support for fossil fuel projects, while McPherson has focused on collaboration with provincial parties. The candidates are not coordinating their campaigns but share more common ground with each other than with Lewis.
