Meili to run in 2011

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News Release
June 9, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Following a remarkable showing at the NDP leadership convention on Saturday, June 6, Ryan Meili thanked supporters for their work during the leadership campaign and reaffirmed his commitment to seek an NDP nomination for the 2011 provincial election.

"It is my intention to seek a nomination and serve the people of Saskatchewan as a New Democratic Member of the Legislative Assembly,” said Meili. “I will run in 2011, and perhaps sooner if the right opportunity arises. I have decided, however, not to seek the nomination for Saskatoon Riversdale."

Meili cited the presence of a strong, progressive candidate, Danielle Chartier, having declared for the nomination as one of his reasons for not seeking the Riversdale nomination.

"I want to make it very clear that I am in no way distancing myself from the NDP and look forward to playing an active role in the renewal of the party," said Meili. "The leadership race has created a lot of excitement for our party. I intend to be part of continuing that momentum."

Meili also expressed his intention to play a significant role in the formal process to renew NDP policy over the coming months.

"A platform consistent with our social democratic principles and responsive to the specific challenges and opportunities of the 21st century is key to our electoral success and the long-term health of our party,” according to Meili. “The upcoming policy review process will involve our members in a meaningful way in the development of that platform and I look forward to playing an active role in that process."

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