BC's leader debate made it clear: the Conservative Party is not ready to govern. They do not have a plan for BC, they do not have a permanent leader, and Doerkson does not have control of this party.
Can we trust the BC Conservatives to remain unified in the legislature?
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I think my youth is an asset. I think I am bringing bold ideas to the stage, and I am proud of what the BC Greens have to offer.”

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“You know, the B.C. Greens are building a formidable movement to reclaim our economy for everyday people. This means that we have a credible plan to deliver a life you can afford, care you can count on, and a fair economy.

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which means that I am the only leader on this stage that feels the decisions being made in #bcleg especially as it relates to the cost of living crisis and the climate crisis,” Emily Lowan said.

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“I’m the only leader on this stage who has worked a minimum wage job in the last decade, bc greens leader Emily Lowan

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BC greens leader Emily Lowan is the only leader on the stage who is a renter.

(30% of BCer are renters.

The other two parties ignore us.

only the bcgreens care about us, vacancy control etc.)

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Last night, Lorne Doerkson used the same old Conservative talking points we have seen for years. Tax cuts and trickle-down economics 🥱. We know what that actually means: cuts to social services and wealth consolidation.

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Something that wasn't asked during the debate tonight: each party's position on addressing climate disasters and emergency response.

Pretty "shocking" to not ask about that after another year of climate disasters in BC.

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Lowan won the debate. She talked policy. So refreshing.

Eby held his own. BC is better off compared to the BC Liberals.

Doerkson scored some points on jobs and safety that will resonate in the BC interior. But doubled down on defending his bigot candidates.

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Doerkson says nothing is better off under the NDP. Very dramatic. Talks of change.

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Eby talks cost of living. Says he loves BC and Canada. The anthem almost began playing.

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Closing statements.

Lowan says she's exhausted by the status quo. She adds the BC Cons are not transparent. And then talks wealth tax, free transit, social housing. Says the other two are recycling old ideas.

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We're now in "open debate" aka nonsense yelling over each other.

Doerkson arguing taxes are too high.

Lowan talking about cost of living and NDP broken promises.

Eby suggests he shares values with Lowan. He suggests they'll reign in grocery stores.

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Very disappointed with tonight’s discussion of DRIPA including the moderator’s framing. I thought Lowan shined here. #bcdebate #bcpoli

Short messages from Sturko, leader of right-of-centre CentreBC, and Brodie, leader of far right OneBC, now played explaining why people should vote for them.

They weren't invited to the debate because they didn't run more than 50 candidates. Ridiculous.

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Lowan explaining why people should vote Green.

She's done well tonight.

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Discussion is now on BC Cons disfunction and bigotry.

In 2026, we should not be discussing why a party filled with bigots should earn the right to govern.

Give your heads a shake, fellow British Columbians.

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Lowan then addresses voluntary care vs involuntary care. Great points again.

Not enough time on this topic, tbh. It's several massive issues (homelessness / mental health / drug addiction) across BC.

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Eby follows up on providing care for people with mental health issues. He again blames the ghost of Gordon Campbell (again, he's not wrong).

Doerkson talks about "shocking" shelter in his community.

Eby responds that people deserve dignity.

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