Alberta PC Leadership Race

Here's a look at the chatter surrounding the #pcldr race on Twitter.

3rd & 7 37yd

Why are the #pcldr candidates so quiet today?
#snoozefest

by Donna via twitter 5/20/2014 5:21:51 PM
#pcldr is a great example of the danger of the 24hr news-cycle. When you give media nothing to file their boss still expects a story. #ableg

by warmitchell via twitter 5/20/2014 5:25:40 PM
That's about it :)
#pcldr http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoGLJaUCIAA0Ng6.jpg

by Donna via twitter 5/20/2014 5:41:51 PM
If Prentice first #pcldr appearance is for #yyc CC @ $99 not sure that bodes well for rest of us Albertans -who vote. #notimpressed #ableg

by midgelambert via twitter 5/20/2014 7:36:24 PM
Do @JimPrentice 's people really expect anyone to believe that their website's privacy flaws were caused by "hackers"? #pcldr #ableg

by TheInvisibleDan via twitter 5/20/2014 7:43:29 PM
Anyone else think it would be fun to play BuzzFeed Bingo with #pcldr and #ableg this summer? buzzfeed.com/bennyjohnson/1…

by kylegolsen via twitter 5/20/2014 7:43:36 PM
Does the Alberta PC leadership race highlight a "shortage of women in top political positions"? ow.ly/x2jaN #pcldr #ableg #abpoli

by CIVIX via twitter 5/20/2014 8:05:18 PM
OMG HE SPEAKS!! @DeanBennettCP : @JimPrentice formally launches #pcldr campaign Weds, 9 a.m. event in #yeg at CKUA building

by markusoff via twitter 5/20/2014 8:22:26 PM
My knees are shaking MT @JamesWoodHerald : Prentice is going to finally formally launch tomorrow. #pcldr #ableg

by evmenzies via twitter 5/20/2014 8:23:35 PM
Karen & I are now in #yeg . Excited to launch my #pcldr campaign tomorrow! #ableg ow.ly/i/5Dr7m

by Jim Prentice via twitter 5/20/2014 11:21:48 PM
Better & more welcoming than a $500 dinner or a $100 lunch! #abparty albertaparty.ca #ableg #pcldr #myalberta http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoHb3lLIUAASfTN.jpg

by midgelambert via twitter 5/20/2014 11:34:32 PM
NOW: discussing the #pcldr race, potential #NDP leadership candidates and...a merger? w/@RobertNoce @planetjanetyyc @DuaneBratt #ableg

by Alberta Primetime via twitter 5/21/2014 12:36:01 AM
#pcldr race and #NHLplayoffs , shaping up to be a competitive summer! Looking forward to policy debates!! #ableg #abpoli

by Denny DeSerres Brett via twitter 5/21/2014 12:53:19 AM
3 #yeg schools axed, 1 saved; Jim Prentice 'officially' enters #pcldr race; and @EdmOilKings to cheer on... the Guelph Storm? @BTEdmonton

by Courtney Theriault via twitter 5/21/2014 11:51:16 AM
RT @CPAC_TV : WATCH LIVE: Jim Prentice officially launches bid for Alberta PC leadership. Also at cpac.ca #pcldr #ableg

by StephenJNichols via twitter 5/21/2014 3:19:07 PM
"It will take discipline and focus, but we -will- do this." @JimPrentice #pcldr http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoK0JJ7CEAAMUok.jpg

by idesofjulius via twitter 5/21/2014 3:19:27 PM
.@JimPrentice first priority is fiscal principles. No sales tax, no deficits, smaller cabinet, refocused infrastructure plan. #ableg #pcldr

by Matt Dykstra via twitter 5/21/2014 3:19:36 PM
Prentice: "I'm proud today to launch my campaign..." Talks about need for discipline, clear plan and leadership. #ableg #pcldr

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:20:05 PM
.@JimPrentice says children under his leadership "will not be housed in makeshift schools." #pcldr #ableg http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoK0iqoCEAAN5v-.jpg

by Matt Dykstra via twitter 5/21/2014 3:21:12 PM
Prentice promises reduced cabinet and no sales tax. #ableg #pcldr

by MetroRyan via twitter 5/21/2014 3:21:24 PM
And it's official: @JimPrentice kicks off his run at the Tory leadership. #yeg #yyc #ableg #pcaa #pcldr http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoK0XIaIAAEiZqx.jpg

by CitytvEdmonton via twitter 5/21/2014 3:21:39 PM
Is this Redford's platform? #ableg #pcldr

by BrockWHarrison via twitter 5/21/2014 3:22:04 PM
. @JimPrentice says he has five core priorities, first, leading with conservative fiscal principals. #ableg #pcldr http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoK0vgsCQAEhB8X.jpg

by Tom Vernon via twitter 5/21/2014 3:22:04 PM
Also promises Alberta students won't be housed in "makeshift schools." #ableg #pcldr

by MetroRyan via twitter 5/21/2014 3:22:13 PM
.@JimPrentice says he will restore public trust in #abgov by ending entitlements. Will hold MLA to standard of public service. #ableg #pcldr

by Matt Dykstra via twitter 5/21/2014 3:22:30 PM
Prentice: Kids shouldn't be in makeshift schools. Full transparency about costs. Says he will "put an end to entitlements." #pcldr #ableg

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:22:34 PM
Prentice: "I will change the way that things are done..we will put an end to sweetheart contracts for political staffers." #ableg #pcldr

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:23:15 PM
Prentice says he will put an end to sole-source contracts. Will maximize value of natural resources. #pcldr #ableg

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:24:03 PM
.@JimPrentice promises to defend rights of property owners. Will restore balance between oil and gas and ranchers and farmers. #ableg #pcldr

by Matt Dykstra via twitter 5/21/2014 3:24:56 PM
Prentice says he'll defend rights of private property owners. "I will restore that balance." #pcldr #ableg

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:25:07 PM
Third priority, maximizing Alberta's natural resource industries. Energy, forestry, farming/ranching. @JimPrentice #ableg #pcldr

by Tom Vernon via twitter 5/21/2014 3:25:33 PM
Seriously, who is on the dial-in while also listening to a live stream, while also listening to a radio? #ableg #pcldr

by Dave Breakenridge via twitter 5/21/2014 3:26:01 PM
Prentice says he will establish Alberta "as an environmental leader." Will push for "responsible" expansion of oilsands. #pcldr #ableg

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:26:42 PM
Environment a priority for @JimPrentice "flip side of same coin" for energy plans harmony w/ feds and US #pcldr #ableg #yeg

by Scott630CHED via twitter 5/21/2014 3:26:46 PM
And fifth, providing the highest quality of life for Albertans. Health, education, seniors care, etc. @JimPrentice #ableg #pcldr

by Tom Vernon via twitter 5/21/2014 3:28:12 PM
Prentice says he'll work with municipal leaders to address growth. Prov relationship with cities "needs to evolve." #ableg #pcldr #yyc

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:28:34 PM
Prentice: I will lead renewed relationship with First Nations and Metis communities. #ableg #pcldr

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:29:13 PM
"Changes need to be made," says Prentice, talking about PC party. #pcldr #ableg #yyc

by ChrisVarcoe via twitter 5/21/2014 3:30:08 PM
.@JimPrentice says he will work with federal government "unless a different approach is needed" /room laughs #ableg #pcldr

by Matt Dykstra via twitter 5/21/2014 3:30:19 PM
Prentice also promises Alberta will have best healthcare, education and support for seniors. #ableg #pcldr

by MetroRyan via twitter 5/21/2014 3:30:47 PM
It's official: @JimPrentice kicks off his run at AB Tory leadership. #ableg #pcaa #pcldr http://pbs.twimg.com/media/BoK0XIaIAAEiZqx.jpg via @CitytvEdmonton

by Cormac Mac Sweeney via twitter 5/21/2014 3:30:54 PM
Pretty much the standard boilerplate spiel from @JimPrentice NEXT!! #ableg #pcldr

by edwinmundt via twitter 5/21/2014 3:31:03 PM
"We can and will be the most successful province in this country." - Prentice #ableg #pcldr

by MetroRyan via twitter 5/21/2014 3:31:43 PM
After this wait you would think @JimPrentice could get audio feed right? #pcldr #calsun #ableg

by Rick Bell via twitter 5/21/2014 3:32:57 PM
This seems like a good time to talk about @AlbertaParty values: albertaparty.ca/our_principles #pcldr #ableg #abparty

by Greg Clark via twitter 5/21/2014 3:33:51 PM

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Alberta PC Leadership Race

Here's a look at the chatter surrounding the #pcldr race on Twitter.