Stephen Harper is “supportive” of some early contenders for the leadership of the federal Conservative party, but is staying neutral in the race — at least for now.
The former prime minister still has significant influence within the Conservative Party, both as its co-founder and as a member of the board that controls the party’s finances.
An associate told the Star that Harper is supportive of a number of those seen as contenders for the leadership, including his former parliamentary secretary Pierre Poilievre and former cabinet ministers Peter MacKay and Erin O’Toole.
Array
Harper ‘supportive’ as hopefuls prepare to join Conservative leadership race
Subscribe
Login
0 Comments