Former prime minister Stephen Harper issued a direct appeal to Albertans Tuesday in advance of the coming Alberta election campaign.. HarperHarper .In a video message being sent to Albertans via text, Harper said Alberta’s economy is finally hitting its stride again and employment is booming, but that could all be derailed if the Notley NDP wins the election in May..He emphasized the NDP's job-killing tax-hiking and anti-energy policies would lead to mass layoffs, business closures, and a recession, just like what happened during their previous government.."It took years to recover from the last NDP government. We can't risk going backwards again." Harper said in the message..Alberta Premier Danielle Smith welcomed Harper's support and lauded his extraordinary service to Canada.."Stephen Harper is an exceptional leader with an unwavering commitment to economic growth, job creation, and Canadian energy," Smith said.."I look forward to working with all Albertans to keep Alberta moving forward.”
Former prime minister Stephen Harper issued a direct appeal to Albertans Tuesday in advance of the coming Alberta election campaign.. HarperHarper .In a video message being sent to Albertans via text, Harper said Alberta’s economy is finally hitting its stride again and employment is booming, but that could all be derailed if the Notley NDP wins the election in May..He emphasized the NDP's job-killing tax-hiking and anti-energy policies would lead to mass layoffs, business closures, and a recession, just like what happened during their previous government.."It took years to recover from the last NDP government. We can't risk going backwards again." Harper said in the message..Alberta Premier Danielle Smith welcomed Harper's support and lauded his extraordinary service to Canada.."Stephen Harper is an exceptional leader with an unwavering commitment to economic growth, job creation, and Canadian energy," Smith said.."I look forward to working with all Albertans to keep Alberta moving forward.”