They would only say they had heard from former politicians, party workers at the legislature and others. Nembhard told the convention people told her they felt they had no choice but to put up with harassment and other inappropriate behaviour. — There was pressure to take part in drinking and parties, and inappropriate sexual activity inside the legislative building. — Some women have left the party while others have decided not to enter political life. “I’m apologizing both for the direct harm you experienced, but also for the environment that silenced your voices for too long,” Kinew told the crowd.

Source: National Post May 05, 2018 15:11 UTC