Mr. Speaker, this past weekend we witnessed a most exciting leadership convention to elect a new leader for the Ontario Liberal Party. Dalton McGuinty, a 41 year-old lawyer and father of four, was one of seven talented candidates running for the position of leader. All candidates demonstrated outstanding ability and leadership.
The third of 10 children, Dalton McGuinty comes from a political family. His father, Dalton McGuinty Sr., served the Ottawa South riding as a Liberal for many years. Dalton McGuinty successfully served his constituents for six years as MPP for Ottawa South.
Under his leadership the Liberal Party of Ontario will get rid of the slash and burn Tories of Ontario. Dalton has a greater sensitivity to the social and economic needs of the people and will bring much integrity and stability to Ontario politics.
Mr. Speaker, I am sure that you and everyone in this Chamber will join me-