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An exploration of factors behind the results of the May 2nd 2011 election in Canada. Also explores some of the possible causes behind the surge in NDP popularity which took place at the same time. Takes a look at what's in store for Canadians over the next four years.
" Monday May 2nd 2011 was an election night in Canada unlike any other. Stephen Harper and his conservative government solidified their grasp on power by forming a 167 seat majority in the house of commons. Perhaps the most unexpected aspect of the election was the whirlwind surge of support for the NDP that some call the ‘Orange Crush’. Who was crushed? The Liberal party of Canada, having been blasted down from more than 70 seats down to 34. "
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