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Don Davies: The balance of power in this House was shifted not by voters in an election, but by political operatives in the…

On the recordJune 3, 2026
The balance of power in this House was shifted not by voters in an election, but by political operatives in the backroom, holding private conversations hidden from the public.
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Don Davies
New Democratic Party

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Commenting on the impact of floor crossings on democracy.

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