B.C. Billionaire Continues to Voice Criticism of NDP Ahead of Election
As the provincial election in British Columbia draws near, billionaire Jim Pattison has once again made his stance on the NDP government clear by posting a third large sign criticizing the party.
The sign, which reads “NDP NOT FOR ME” in bold red letters, was erected on Pattison’s property in Vancouver. This is the third sign that the billionaire has put up in recent months, with the previous two reading “NDP NOT FOR BC” and “NDP NOT FOR JOBS”.
Pattison, who is the chairman and CEO of the Jim Pattison Group, has been a vocal critic of the NDP government’s policies, particularly their handling of the economy and job creation. In an interview with CTV News, he stated that he believes the NDP’s policies are not conducive to a strong economy and job growth in the province.
The billionaire’s signs have sparked controversy and debate, with some praising his right to free speech and others criticizing him for using his wealth to influence the election. However, Pattison maintains that he is simply exercising his right to express his opinion and that he has no intention of using his signs to sway voters.
This is not the first time that Pattison has used his platform to voice his political views. In 2017, he took out a full-page ad in a local newspaper to express his concerns about the NDP’s proposed tax increases on high-income earners.
The NDP government has responded to Pattison’s signs, with Premier John Horgan stating that he respects the billionaire’s right to express his opinion, but that he disagrees with his views on the NDP’s policies.
As the election approaches, it is clear that Pattison’s signs will continue to be a topic of discussion and debate. Whether they will have any impact on the outcome of the election remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the billionaire will not be silenced in his criticism of the NDP government.
