NDP Transition Research 2026 · Research notebook
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Can a Lewis-led NDP revive democratic socialism?

Over a month ago, Avi Lewis became the leader of the federal NDP.

Managing editor Martin Lukacs and Spring Socialist Network organizer Deena Newaz debate how Lewis’ win raises new, interesting questions: how should the Canadian left relate to the party now? Can the NDP become a vehicle for mass socialist politics?

The discussion took place in early April and was hosted by professor, author, and activist David Camfield on his podcast Victor’s Children.

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