Posted on 18/08/07
Dion uses controversial powers to appoint female candidate
OTTAWA -- Liberal Leader Stéphane Dion has invoked his contentious power of appointment, naming veteran party activist Michelle Simson as the next Liberal candidate in Scarborough Southwest.Mr. Dion defended his use of the rarely used appointment power on the grounds that it will help him meet his commitment of running at least one-third female candidates in the next election.
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