The songs politicians pick are usually upbeat — intended to energize their supporters, said Henry Jacek, a political science professor at McMaster University. She chose those two songs because they are by Canadian bands, a spokeswoman said. “She is proud to promote Canadian artists as she tours the province during the campaign,” Rebecca Elming said in a statement. Plus, it’s catchy!”The Liberals only settled on the song about a week into the campaign, trying out various options through the first days on the trail. One of those songs was “Brave” by Sara Bareilles — a song that critics accused pop singer Katy Perry of copying for her song “Roar,” which Wynne used as her campaign song in 2014.

Source: National Post May 17, 2018 20:15 UTC