40 independents, including 5 ex-BC United MLAs, run in British Columbia's Oct 19th election, potentially benefiting from discontent with established parties.
In British Columbia's October 19th election, the landscape may favor independent candidates following the collapse of the BC United party. Forty independents, including five former BC United MLAs, are on the ballot. Vicki Huntington, the first independent MLA elected in 60 years, suggests that discontent with established parties may boost independents' chances. However, they face challenges like funding limitations. Political scientist Hamish Telford notes that six incumbents running as independents is unprecedented.
October 13, 2024
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