Susan Holt wins N.B. Liberal leadership, promising ‘breath of fresh air’ in politicsFREDERICTON — New Brunswick Liberal Party members have chosen a political newcomer as their new leader after a campaign that saw her promote herself as a fresh voice in troubled times. Holt is promising increased transparency, improved relationships with the Indigenous population and a less confrontational style in the legislature. The four leadership candidates vied for a total of 100 points in each of the 49 ridings, with a total of 4,900 points available in the election. It's expected Holt will lead the official Opposition into the next provincial election against the governing Progressive Conservatives led by Premier Blaine Higgs.

Source: CBC News August 06, 2022 20:52 UTC