While vague on details as to what interests he was referring to, O’Toole similarly pledged Monday to fight back against them. After the Conservatives’ election loss last year, Scheer was criticized for what some said was an unclear stance on social issues and an inability to capitalize on Justin Trudeau perceived weaknesses. Watching the Conservative defeat in the most recent election taught O’Toole some lessons, he said. However, if a private member’s bill came forward explicitly restricting abortion services, O’Toole said, that’s a line he wouldn’t cross. In his launch video, O’Toole pledged to support out-of-work auto manufacturers, forestry workers and military service members.

Source: thestar January 28, 2020 01:02 UTC