Chris d'Entremont's Party Switch Sparks Mixed Reactions in Nova Scotia
The move of MP Chris d'Entremont from the Conservative Party to the governing Liberals has stirred strong reactions in his home province of Nova Scotia. Some residents applauded his decision, while others accused him of misleading voters about his political stance.
Reasons Behind the Decision
d'Entremont, who represents the riding of Acadie-Annapolis, explained on Wednesday that he left the Conservative caucus because he no longer felt aligned with leader Pierre Poilievre’s direction for the party.
“That does not surprise me,” said Linda Gregory, warden of the Municipality of the District of Digby. “I think of Poilievre as a right-winger. I personally would run too.”
Community Reaction
Gregory noted that while d'Entremont’s switch was surprising given his reputation as a longstanding Conservative, his integrity and concern for the community guided the decision.
“He’s always been a staunch Conservative. But he’s also got a lot of integrity, caring about his community and what’s best. When he walked across the floor, he made a very difficult decision for the sake of our community,” Gregory said.
Political Background
d'Entremont began his political career in 2003 when he was elected to the Nova Scotia Legislature as a Progressive Conservative. Over the years, he was re-elected four times and served in various cabinet roles before seeking federal office. In the 2019 election, he became the only non-Liberal MP from Nova Scotia, representing West Nova, now known as Acadie-Annapolis.
Author’s Summary
Chris d'Entremont’s switch to the Liberals has divided opinion in Nova Scotia, with some viewing it as a principled stand and others as a betrayal of voter trust.