Shakeyhands Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Sad news indeed. Thoughts to Olivia and family. This should shake Ottawa up pretty good as well. It will be interesting how things turn and what impact this will have on the NDP and the political landscape as it now stands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oleg Bach Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 It was expected (if this report is true) - but not this quick - He must have had remarkable resolve to have keep functioning this long. His last public appearance showed a man who kept fighting to the bitter end...a lot tougher than most imagined...just hope that those that follow will at least embrace his centralist social policy - Like a corporation - once the founder is gone...all hell breaks loose and the company forgets it`s purpose - This is very sad - I send my heart felt sympathy and love to his family...this will be very difficult for them - God speed Jack - you are safe and saved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topaz Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 So sad, he had a lot to live for but it wasn't meant to be. When you watch your loved one die of cancer it take a heavy toll on you. I knew he was on his way out, he had the look of death, as one of my parents, who died of this disease, not long ago. Jack did his best to fight for the little guy and will always be remembered as such. God bless him and his family. http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/Canada/20110822/ndp-leader-jacklayton-obit/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PIK Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 R.I.P. jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BubberMiley Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 You mean M. Dancer was wrong when he kept saying he was faking it? I'm shocked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saipan Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 I can't believe it. The guy seems to be in perfect health. Even biking! NDP may have hard time to replace him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hardner Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Very sad news. In a cruel twist of fate, Layton finally saw success this year in a career full of frustrations, but couldn't enjoy what he had achieved. RIP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrGreenthumb Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 My family is devastated to hear the news, we all knew and loved Jack very much. He will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Dog Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Well, goddammit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Bandelot Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Shocking how fast this happened. Sincere condolences to his family and friends! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oleg Bach Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 I can't believe it. The guy seems to be in perfect health. Even biking! NDP may have hard time to replace him. Being thin does not constitute good health - anyone who has had a family member parish from cancer, clearly knew that brave Jack was on his last lap...I remember that look - my father had it - such horrific suffering for the victim of the disease and great sorrow for the loving family. This man whether you agreed with him or not was so dedicated that he sacraficed himself for the good of the people - He can not be replaced...and he did show what greatness was...a hero - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybercoma Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 This is terrible news. If only all politicians had his resolve, dedication, and character, regardless of their political stripes, Ottawa would be a much more functional and dependable place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oleg Bach Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 This is terrible news. If only all politicians had his resolve, dedication, and character, regardless of their political stripes, Ottawa would be a much more functional and dependable place. Better to have a zealot than a lazy oaf with his feet on the desk waiting for lunch to arrive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbg Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Very sad news. In a cruel twist of fate, Layton finally saw success this year in a career full of frustrations, but couldn't enjoy what he had achieved. RIP. That happens too often. At least he got to see his achievement happen. Unlike Moses he did cross to the Promised Land. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thorn Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 He was not my favorite guy, and I never would have voted for the policies he advocated. But he had balls, and he was no dummy. No one will ever accuse him of having been an empty suit like so many of those people in Ottawa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 He was not my favorite guy, and I never would have voted for the policies he advocated. But he had balls, and he was no dummy. No one will ever accuse him of having been an empty suit like so many of those people in Ottawa. I totally agree. I never liked much of what he was selling, but he made political debates worth watching, and he really did resonate with a lot of people. I would not wish what he went through on anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GostHacked Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Wow, ummm, that was sudden indeed. My condolences to his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbg Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 But he had balls, and he was no dummy. No one will ever accuse him of having been an empty suit like so many of those people in Ottawa. He was better than most but I wouldn't beatify him in death. Remember he was human and had his foibles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild Bill Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 I never agreed with his politics either but that didn't matter. To me, he was a guitar player! That was enough. I will miss him! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socialist in Oil Country Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Hey guys I just discovered this forum today, thoughts and prayers go out to Olivia and the family as well as all Canadians of all political or independent stripes I am 16 years old, male, living in Grande Prairie, Alberta, but am a political and historical junkie. This forum was made for me! I look forward to posting from now on, this forum also appears extremely active RIP Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Derek L Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Never liked his politics, but still shocked to hear he went so soon..........that last news conference was telling...... With Layton's death, does this mean a rebirth of the Liberal party sooner than expected? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 My kid gave me this news. Some sad news indeed. It is strange how you really don't know someone but you are still move to huge sadness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RNG Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Never liked his politics, but still shocked to hear he went so soon..........that last news conference was telling...... With Layton's death, does this mean a rebirth of the Liberal party sooner than expected? Which one is the cause and which one is the effect but I predict the Libs will gain and the NDP will lose. If an election were sooner the pity effect might have played a part but not on this time scale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilber Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Sad day. I didn't share his politics but had to admire the guy. Always willing to spar with right wing talk show hosts while keeping his sense of humour. RIP Jack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Derek L Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Which one is the cause and which one is the effect but I predict the Libs will gain and the NDP will lose. If an election were sooner the pity effect might have played a part but not on this time scale. Perhaps a future Bloc rebirth also...........I'm waiting for the knives to come out in the federal NDP now........perhaps they should consider talks with the Liberals about a future merger........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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