Front Burner Poilievre tries to turn the page
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Nov 13, 2025 Join Kate Harrison, a conservative commentator and Vice-chair at Summa Strategies, alongside Fred DeLorey, Chair of Northstar Public Affairs and former campaign director for Erin O'Toole, as they dissect recent Conservative Party upheavals. They explore crisis management following floor crossings and resignations, debates about leadership strategy, and the impact of Poilievre's aggressive tone on voter sentiment. The duo argues over whether he's the right leader to unite the party and broaden appeal to centrist voters in light of current challenges.
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Confrontation In The MP's Office
- Don D'Entremont described being rushed in his office and called a snake, which he says pushed him toward crossing the floor.
- Fred DeLorey and Kate Harrison note party accounts differ and that emotions run high in such confrontations.
Emotional Fallout Often Precedes Strategy
- Floor crossings damage parties quickly but emotional reactions are predictable and often temporary.
- Fred DeLorey says parties may lash out publicly to vent before returning to a calmer strategy.
Caucus Size Limits Revolt Risk
- The Conservative caucus is large and diverse, so reported discontent may be overstated and not organized.
- Kate Harrison warns that internal grumbling doesn't necessarily translate into leadership challenges.