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Terry Newman: Conservative MP speaks out about how the Liberals tried to poach her

The party used intimidation and flattery to attempt to pressure Kelly DeRidder to cross the floor

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On Monday, Conservative MP Kelly DeRidder stood up in Parliament and confirmed that the Liberals have been trying to poach Conservatives, including herself.

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On Tuesday, I spoke with her over the phone to hear her story. It includes intimidation, flattery, a hint of career advancement and zero respect for the wishes of the voters in her riding of Kitchener Centre.

Terry Newman:........

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