OTTAWA—Veteran Ontario MP Charlie Angus is stepping down as the federal New Democrats’ caucus chair while he considers a run for the NDP leadership. Angus told reporters Wednesday he had not decided whether or not he’ll run for the leadership, suggesting he’ll make a decision sometime in early 2017. “I’m going to step aside, and take the time (to decide). This is going to be a very, very long race, there’s a lot to consider, but I’m very passionate about the renewal of our party,” Angus said outside the House of Commons. MP Peter Julian stepped down as NDP house leader in October, and is widely expected to run.

Source: thestar November 23, 2016 18:18 UTC