Marvin 1296 Posted August 22, 2011 Passed away this morning.Jack Layton was the leader of the Canadian political party NDP (New Democratic Party), which held the position of official opposition to the Conservative government after the most recent election.Jack was a very respected man, even by those who did not agree with his politics. He died after a long battle with cancer at the age of 61.Rest in peace, Jack Layton. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Epicsauce 47 Posted August 22, 2011 For reference; http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/jack-layton-dead-at-61/article2137070/Rest in peace, you were a well accomplished man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meowmix 20 Posted August 22, 2011 Rest in peace. Sad day. He was an amazing man & worked hard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LOPEZ 1750 Posted August 22, 2011 No idea who it was, but R.I.P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marvin 1296 Posted August 22, 2011 No idea who it was, but R.I.PHe was a very dedicated politician in Canada. The last good one, really. He always had Canada in his best interest and in his heart. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EQUAL_IBRIUM 0 Posted August 22, 2011 Wow I knew he had cancer but I thought it was under control. RIP, he was my favourite politician.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarkPredator 1193 Posted August 22, 2011 his last run with the ndp was the best one, a god note to be sent off on Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ninjasalad 1 Posted August 22, 2011 This made my morning a little sad when i heard this. He was who i always voted for. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason 786 Posted August 22, 2011 For those interested:http://www.cbc.ca/ne...ast-letter.htmlAn incredible human being.My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the worldRest in peace. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ctark 1983 Posted August 22, 2011 I have to say after reading that article jason, I saw a reply at the bottom, and it sums up everything I was going to say, perfectly.Although I have not been an NDP supporter, I am deeply saddened by the loss of this tremendous advocate for justice. My sincere condolences go out to his family, and to the NDP party at this time. The fact that Jack Layton was able to reach out and embrace all Canadians irregardless of political leanings is a testimony to his generosity of spirit. May he be remembered for the conscience that he brought to the House of Commons.He was a great person, also like to note that his riding was the one I have been in for years now, I knew him before he became popular, always liked him to be honest, not really a fan of the NDP, but of him as a whole.This is a tragic day for Canadian Politics, thats for sure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deathcon 1 Posted August 22, 2011 Wow after reading those articles I can now understand how big a loss this is. he was a great man and it saddens me that Canada lost such a good man. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Sandy Balls Posted August 22, 2011 Jack Layton RIP. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chooster 0 Posted August 24, 2011 Though being the leader of the Conservatives, as well as a rival of Jack's, Stephen Harper says he regrets not having a jam session with Jack. That would have been the best. RIP Jack Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
