I had the honour of spending more than 25 years in the Ontario Legislature, as an MPP, a Minister and as President of the Ontario Liberal Party, Through it all I gained some real insight into what makes a successful leader. Someone who can chart a course for our province to thrive, someone who can inspire others to perform at their highest and best and someone who, through discussion and debate, draws inspiration from others.
Lee Fairclough is all that and more. She listens and she inspires. She knows politics is a team sport and that a great team needs effective leadership. She is among a new breed of political leaders who understand the real challenges that Ontarians face - in their homes, their workplaces and their communities. Her strong experience in health care has helped prepare her to take on the myriad challenges she will face as premier.
I see this leadership election as the essential first step in Lee Fairclough becoming the next Liberal premier of our great province. She has my support and I hope she will have yours.
