Ruby Dhalla, an Indo-Canadian politician and former Liberal MP, has been removed from the Liberal Party leadership race. The unexpected decision has caused significant debate within political circles. Many believe the race is fixed for Carney.
Dhalla, who served as the MP for Brampton—Springdale from 2004 to 2011, had ambitions of making a political comeback by leading the Liberal Party of Canada. Her campaign, however, faced resistance from within the party, ultimately leading to her sudden disqualification.
Insiders familiar with the leadership contest revealed that the party initiated an internal investigation after concerns arose about potential outside influence on her campaign. While party officials have not disclosed specific details, some leaks suggest Dhalla’s alleged connections to individuals or groups tied to the Indian government raised red flags.
Dhalla has strongly denied the allegations, calling them an “unacceptable” attempt to harm her reputation. Speaking to CPAC, she expressed shock, labelling the claims as “completely false.”
She also confirmed that her campaign responded to all party queries, including an issue concerning two donors using the same credit card, which she clarified was due to couples sharing joint accounts.
Ruby Dhalla was a Contender
Ruby Dhalla officially entered the leadership race on January 22, aiming to make history as the first woman of Indian descent to become Canada’s Prime Minister. In a January interview with CTV News, she expressed her vision for change and hopes of inspiring others.
Her political career began in 2004 when she was elected to the House of Commons, representing Brampton—Springdale. She was re-elected in 2006 and 2008 but lost her seat in 2011.
She decided not to run in 2015 when the Liberals returned to power with a majority government. Dhalla’s initial election win in 2004 marked a historic moment as she, alongside Conservative MP Nina Grewal, became one of the first women of Indian heritage elected to the Canadian Parliament.
Ruby Dhalla has had a diverse career outside politics, including time as a model. She now works as a hotelier and entrepreneur.
Meanwhile, many observers believe the Liberal leadership race favours former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney. Critics argue that Carney’s global recognition and economic expertise make him a preferred candidate among party insiders.
Some critics say the liberal elite already chose Mark Carney as the next leader. They argue that his background, connections, and political potential have made him the favourite, leaving little room for other contenders.
Some have questioned whether the race is truly fair, sparking discussions about transparency. Saying the fix is in!
This leadership race followed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s January 6 announcement that he plans to step down after a new leader is chosen. The party’s selection process is set to conclude on March 9.
