Turbaned Sikh in Canada`s NDP leadership race |
Jagmeet Singh, 38, the first turbaned Sikh Member of the provincial parliament (MPP) of Ontario and deputy leader of New Democratic Party (NDP) in the province announced his bid to become the federal leader of his party at Brampton. This may also put him in the race to be Canadian prime minister. Jagmeet, who makes a distinct sartorial statement, was featured in American style magazine `GQ` as "The incredibly well-dressed rising star in Candian politics. "Stating that the country and party were looking for a new leadership, the MPP from Bramalea-Gore-Malton constituency in the largest Canadian province, Ontario, Jagmeet emphasized on building an inclusive Canada. He said this had motivated him to become a lawyer, and to take the plunge into public life. "That`s what draws him to be the r leader, and that is what drives him to be their Prime Minister, he said to a gathering. Jagmeet told supporters that the party was looking for leadership that "will bring people together to build a Canada that is truly inclusive and where everyone can realize their dreams."
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