Why MacKay?
To begin, Peter has already served as a party leader. He, like the rest of us, isn't perfect but I've always thought he did a pretty good job.
MacKay is by nature a person who's non-polarising. He searches for consensus and works towards grand coalitions in politics. I can think back to the first CPC convention in Montreal, where Peter was able to breech differences between former Alliance and PCP members.
MacKay also served with distinction in any number of federal portfolios in Harper's government. Peter is a quick study and remains on top of both national and international issues. Ask MacKay about anything and you'll likely get a credible answer. Put another way, Peter is ready for the big job on Day One.
Finally, MacKay, though less of a Red Tory than yours truly, Peter is nonetheless the perfect bridge between Red and Blue Tories, having a natural affinity with both camps in the party. He also respects everyone's opinion, whether it's firmly held by Social Conservative, Libertarian or anyone else.
In short, I see my view of the world in Peter MacKay and that's why I'm supporting him.
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