It is a significant setback for the federal Conservatives, however they may choose to cast it. The larger question, therefore, is this: Why is Kenney leaving federal politics now? Jean, the Wildrose leader who lost his home in the Fort McMurray fire, is no slouch. Jason Kenney’s imminent departure from the federal scene marks a sea change for right-of-centre politics in Canada. He is known to have aspired to the national Conservative party leadership for years.

Source: National Post July 05, 2016 16:30 UTC