74% of Canadians want a national broadcaster’s debate
(OTTAWA) - Statement from Julian Morelli, Green Party of Canada Director of Communications, regarding the recent EKOS poll on the federal leaders’ debates.
“It’s clear that Canadians expect to see the Prime Minister debate in a format that all Canadians can easily see and hear. Whether it’s on TV, Internet, Facebook, Twitter or Vine, the national broadcasters have all the bases covered. It’s also clear that an overwhelming majority of Canadians – over 81%– have said that Elizabeth May must be included in all of the federal leaders’ debates.
“Canadians have expressed their frustration by stating that if Stephen Harper chooses to boycott the debate, then go on without him.
“The Prime Minister has an obligation to Canadians to debate the other national leaders, otherwise he should consider not standing for re-election.”
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For additional information or to arrange an interview, contact:
Julian Morelli
Director of Communications
Green Party of Canada
cell: (613) 614 4916
office: (613) 562 4916 (224)
julian.morelli@greenparty.ca