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Farewell to an extraordinary man

Member of Parliament for B.C.’s Southern Interior Alex Atamanenko took a few moments to reflect on the passing of Jack Layton, leader of the federal New Democrats.
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Member of Parliament for B.C.'s Southern Interior Alex Atamanenko reflects on the loss of Federal NDP leader Jack Layton

Member of Parliament for B.C.’s Southern Interior Alex Atamanenko took a few moments to reflect on the passing of Jack Layton, leader of the federal New Democrats.

The loss of Jack is not only a loss for the party, but a personal one for me.  Jack made you feel like he was truly interested in you as a person.  He brought people together.  Jack could bring together all these crazy MP’s as a team.  He was a caring and compassionate individual who loved life and was a good leader.”

“I feel he would have been a tremendous leader for our country.  We have lost a statesman.  He was dedicated to social justice while maintaining a sense of humour and a really positive outlook on life.”

“I firmly believe the loss of Jack Layton is a loss for our country.  He unified our party and brought the people of Quebec on board...that’s how likeable Jack was.  People respected him.  He reinforced our vision as a party and will be missed immensely by our party, those who knew and loved him and by his supporters.”