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What happened to Thomas Mulcair?
He resigned his seat on August 3, 2018 in order to accept a position in the political science department of the University of Montreal. He has also been hired as an on-air political analyst for CJAD, CTV News Channel, and TVA. A lawyer by profession, Mulcair joined the federal NDP in 1974.
How old is Mulcair?
67 years (October 24, 1954)
Tom Mulcair/Age
What does NDP stand for in politics?
New Democratic Party
| New Democratic Party Nouveau Parti démocratique | |
|---|---|
| Membership (2017) | 124,620 |
| Ideology | Social democracy Democratic socialism |
| Political position | Centre-left to left-wing |
| International affiliation | Progressive Alliance (2018–present) |
Who is the MP for Outremont?
Outremont (electoral district)
| Quebec electoral district | |
|---|---|
| MP | Rachel Bendayan Liberal |
| District created | 1933 |
| First contested | 1935 |
| Last contested | 2021 |
How many children did Jack Layton have?
two children
In 1969, at age 19, Jack married his high school sweetheart Sally Halford, with whom he had two children: Mike, currently a Toronto City Councillor, and Sarah, currently a senior staffer for the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
Is Mike Layton Jack Layton’s son?
Michael Layton was born on November 26, 1980 to Jack Layton and his first wife Sally Halford. and step-son of Layton’s second wife, former NDP Member of Parliament for Trinity—Spadina and city councillor Olivia Chow.
Who succeeded Jack Layton?
Shortly before he died, Layton had nominated Nycole Turmel as interim leader of the NDP and, consequently, of the Official Opposition. Tom Mulcair won the NDP leadership contest to replace Layton.
What party is Tom Mulcair?
New Democratic Party
Tom Mulcair/Parties
Who started the NDP?
Tommy Douglas
New Democratic Party/Founders