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Erin O'Toole wants his party to find a 'balance' between conservatism and populism. --- Former leader says Conservatives need to 'come up with positive change, not add to the anger'
Whoever the next leader is … they will have to get the balance right between conservative, traditional policies and populism.
And I believe as leaders we have to channel people's frustrations into positive change, not add fuel to the fire.
Citing the influence of American culture and the effects of Western alienation, rural issues and pandemic fatigue, O'Toole said Conservatives need to "come up with positive change, not add to the anger."
Anyone that wins will have to strike that right balance for the well-being of the country. That's what I was always trying to say to my caucus.
He said he hopes the next Conservative leader will "realize that the country is in a fractious state but provide a plan to heal those divisions."