Ford says ‘truth hurts’ when asked about criticism of federal Conservative campaign
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has come to the defense of his former campaign manager, Kory Teneycke, who has been vocal in his criticisms of Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. Ford told reporters that “sometimes the truth hurts” when asked about Teneycke’s comments regarding the federal Conservative campaign.
Teneycke has been urging the Conservative campaign to pivot its strategy, warning that it was headed for disaster. Ford, who praised Teneycke as the best campaign manager in the country, suggested that Poilievre’s campaign would benefit from listening to Teneycke’s advice. He even went as far as to say that if Teneycke were running the campaign, Poilievre might not be in the position he is currently in.
Despite the criticism, Ford remains optimistic about the upcoming debates and the decision that Canadians will make on election day. Poilievre’s chief strategist is Jenni Byrne, who Teneycke previously worked with during Stephen Harper’s 2015 campaign.
The latest update from CBC’s Poll Tracker shows that the Liberals are now most likely to form government, with Mark Carney’s Liberals holding a seven-point lead over Poilievre’s Conservatives nationally. CBC News has reached out to the federal Conservative Party for comment on Ford’s remarks.
When asked about his declining poll numbers, Poilievre has maintained that Canadians will ultimately make their decision on voting day. Despite the criticism from Teneycke, Poilievre remains focused on the campaign trail, dismissing the notion of “campaign malpractice” within his team.
Overall, the dynamics of the federal Conservative campaign are evolving, with key players like Teneycke offering their insights and critiques. As the election draws nearer, it will be interesting to see how Poilievre and his team respond to the challenges they face on the road to election day.
