Avi Lewis: New NDP Leader, Young Voter Hero?

0:00A.V. Lewis just snagged the NDP leadership, and at nearly 60 years old come May, he's firing up young Canadians like nobody else. He's pushing hard against capitalism, talking nationalization of pharmaceuticals and even groceries, building on a family legacy that's third generation NDP. His wife, Naomi Klein, adds serious left-wing cred to the mix. His big idea echoes the elite manifesto he dropped back in 2015, calling for a quick shift from fossil fuels and major economic overhaul to, tackle climate change. That move stirred drama during a federal election, splitting the party between activist vibes and practical power plays. Young voters love his anti-capitalist edge, blaming it for everything from housing crises to global woes, but they vote less often which could trip, him up. Meanwhile, conservative leader Pierre Pualiev beat him to the punch, winning over youth by hammering home how they can't afford homes like there. Parents did. Resource rich provinces like Alberta and Saskatchewan are pushing back hard against his plans

1:04to curb their industries, with local NDP voices calling. Him out right after his win. Lewis is already reaching out for talks, but it feels more like he's schooling them on his vision so far. With the NDP coming off its worst election ever, just seven seats and six percent of the vote, Lewis knows winning power beats being parliaments. Fresh off losing his dad, Stephen Lewis, a party builder and you and heavyweight, he's got big shoes to fill while mending those western riffs. Stay informed with Canada News today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with The Story.