Stephen Harper endorses Poilievre at Edmonton rally

April 8, 2025, 4:21 pm

At a high-profile Edmonton rally, former Prime Minister Stephen Harper delivered an endorsement for Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, unequivocally backing him for prime ministership. Harper’s speech, presented both in full and through key quotes, sharply criticized the current Liberal government while underlining Poilievre’s superior experience and policy credentials. The rally has become a centerpiece in the political discourse as it galvanizes conservative supporters and shapes narratives ahead of the federal election.

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'I am the only person who can say that both of the men running to be prime minister once worked for me'

citynews.ca / ‘Without hesitation’: Stephen Harper endorses Pierre Poilievre for PM at Edmonton rally

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