The former leader of the federal NDP died Jan. 15 in Halifax at the age of 77 after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer's disease.
Singh said McDonough was ahead of her time in fighting for the inclusion of all people regardless of race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. "Her story is truly one of dedication, determination and decency. She was a remarkable trailblazer." Liberal cabinet minister Carolyn Bennett said she was elected to Parliament with McDonough in 1997, and she remembered her efforts to reconstitute the all-party women's caucus. Bennett said the phrase "you should" would be Alexa's advice to all young women in Canada who are considering a run at political office.
Lovely woman. But why does every news agency have this wrong narrative of her being the first female leader of a party in Canada. She replaced Audrey McLaughlin who was the first female leader.
Mr Turdo worried about only those who died in Afghanistan, Ukraine, Pakistan, Syria etc 😂 He doesn’t give a SH. About anyone here.
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