Principled, pragmatic, liberal leadership with Yasir Naqvi
Jan 25, 2024
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Yasir Naqvi, an experienced politician and former attorney general, joins Nate Erskine-Smith in a wide-ranging conversation, discussing their shared experiences in the Ontario Liberal Leadership Race, the importance of trust in politics, coalition building for election success, the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and personal reflections on challenging moments during campaigns.
Trust is a fundamental value in politics and democracy, crucial for building relationships and effective governance.
A pragmatic and progressive approach in politics can address challenges and have a positive impact on people's lives.
Deep dives
The importance of trust in politics and democracy
Yasser Naqvi and Nate Erskine-Smith reflect on their experiences in a leadership race, highlighting the significance of trust in politics and democracy. They emphasize the importance of trust in building relationships, working together, and creating a strong foundation for a party. They discuss how trust is a fundamental value that applies across different contexts and how it is crucial for effective governance.
The need for a pragmatic and progressive approach
Yasser Naqvi and Nate Erskine-Smith discuss the need for a pragmatic and progressive approach in politics. They emphasize the importance of finding practical solutions to the challenges faced by people, such as healthcare, education, and affordability. They argue that a pragmatic approach, grounded in progressive values, can make a positive impact on people's lives.
Building a strong coalition for progressive politics
Yasser Naqvi and Nate Erskine-Smith explore the idea of building a strong coalition for progressive politics. They emphasize the need for leaders to appeal to a broad range of voters, including those from the right, left, and center. They discuss the importance of articulating the needs of different communities and finding common ground on key issues, such as climate change and restoring integrity in policymaking.
Working towards a peaceful solution in conflict areas
Yasser Naqvi and Nate Erskine-Smith discuss their efforts to promote peace and stability in conflict areas, particularly in relation to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They emphasize the importance of protecting civilian lives and advocating for a two-state solution. They highlight the need for international cooperation and the role that Canada can play in facilitating peace negotiations.
Nate is joined on this episode by Yasir Naqvi, a friend, a former opponent in the Ontario Liberal leadership race, and a continued federal colleague. Yasir is a lawyer, and an experienced politician who served in several provincial ministerial positions, including as attorney general. It's a wide-ranging conversation, reflecting on shared and sometimes different experiences in a leadership race, and touching on what they plan to do next.
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