At least two people are seeking the NDP nomination in Renfrew-Nipissing-Pembroke. Teacher Eileen Jones-Whyte of Eganville and nuclear engineer Kurt Stoll of Petawawa have announced their desire to represent the New Democrats in this riding in the upcoming federal election. A third candidate is actively considering the nomination as well. Eileen Jones-Whyte has been a school teacher for over 25 years in Ontario, Newfoundland and Germany. She says she’s seeking the nomination because she wants to play a role in improving the lot of ordinary Canadians and leave the world a better place. She says as a teacher, she has seen how education can lift people up and help them fulfill their potential and adds this is true of society. She adds investments in people not only help individuals, but also create a richer and more caring society. Kurt Stoll he is running because the NDP is the party of workers and public sector buildings. He says the NDP pushed for critical infrastructure such as hospitals, roads, public housing, schools, pipelines, communication and electrical grids. He adds “McJobs” are available, but family-sustaining jobs are rare and neither the Conservatives or Liberals will attack these problems because they both dance for big business. According to the riding association president, the federal NDP hasn’t had a contested nomination in 15-years. The nomination date for the federal election coming up in October has been set for September 5th.
