Pedersen declares Wildrose win after floor crossing
Medicine Hat MLA Blake Pedersen posts on Facebook to explain his move from Wildrose to the PCs. He says Prentice offers better governance, spending control, and balanced budgets while noting past Alberta premiers did not deliver good governance. He emphasizes constituents' discussions and unity among conservatives.
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Barnes urges Wildrose unity after MLAs cross the floor
Drew Barnes says members are rallying and angry over PC crossovers. He notes 850 messages from supporters after refusing to join nine MLAs in joining the government, and warns Albertans to distinguish Danielle Smith’s group from the rest. A leadership process and interim leader are discussed after Wednesday’s wave.
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Veterans help for veterans in Medicine Hat group
Retired major Rodger Sloan serves as a local contact for Veterans Emergency Transition Services VETS in Medicine Hat. He notes many veterans need simple support beyond housing and VA offices and stresses the value of friendship to prevent falling off the tracks. Visit vetscanada.org or call 1 888 228 3871 for more.
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Local shift to opposition in Medicine Hat region
In 2012 the Medicine Hat area moved from a Tory stronghold to the opposition by electing Wildrose MLAs. Southeastern Alberta had long backed Progressive Conservatives with ministers like Horsman Taylor and Renner. This week Blake Pedersen crossed the floor, prompting reconsideration of government caucus benefits.
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