Liberal infighting begins in debate over who should enter leadership race

OTTAWA — The Liberal leadership race hasn’t yet started but cracks are already appearing amid debate over what constitutes a serious candidate — and concerns some contenders will use the campaign to simply raise their profiles. The issue highlights the challenge all political parties face as they promote an open race that will produce the best possible leader while trying to prevent also-rans from dominating the field.
The Liberal leadership race kicks off on Nov. 13, and there are already numerous names kicking around as potential contenders.
The list includes prominent members of Parliament such as Justin Trudeau, Marc Garneau, Denis Coderre and Dominic Leblanc.