Share this Story : National Post Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr

Geoff Russ: Reconciliation politics driving B.C. Conservative race without apology

Most of those running to be the next leader are speaking to issues that are central to their base — and the province

You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.

In the B.C. Conservative leadership race, one candidate has managed to turn his campaign around by embracing the culture war he once scorned.

Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.

Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.

Unlimited online access to National Post.

National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.

Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.

Support local journalism.

Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.

Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.

Unlimited online access to National Post.

National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.

Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.

Support local journalism.

Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.

Access articles from across Canada with one account.

Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.

Enjoy additional articles per month.

Get email updates from your favourite authors.

Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.

Access articles from across Canada with one account

Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments

Enjoy additional articles per month

Get email updates from your favourite authors

Sign In or Create an Account

Back in February, B.C. Conservative leadership candidate Yuri Fulmer made the mistake of warning the party faithful to “zip it” on their “pet projects” and forget the culture wars, so the focus could remain on the cost of living.

Geoff Russ: Reconciliation politics driving B.C. Conservative race without apology Back to video

The response to Fulmer’s statement was brutal. Federal Conservative MP Aaron Gunn, who’s never been afraid to tackle thorny issues, called Fulmer a “horrible candidate.” After launching a torpedo into his own campaign, Fulmer remarkably managed to repair most of the damage, if not all.

This newsletter from NP Comment tackles the topics you care about. (Subscriber-exclusive edition on Fridays)

There was an error, please provide a valid email address.

By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.

A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.

The next issue of Platformed will soon be in your inbox.

We encountered an........

© National Post