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RACE TO REPLACE: “Winner's Podium” with Chris Dyson

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Hotel Pacifico was created by Air Quotes Media with support from BC Dairy and the Energy Futures Institute. Welcome to our bonus episode of Hotel Pacifico's Race to Replace, a special series focused on the ins and outs of the BC Conservative leadership race, which concluded on May 30. Mike McDonald is joined by the campaign manager for Kerry-Lynne Findlay's winning campaign, Chris Dyson. 🏨🌄 Check into Hotel Pacifico for insights and interviews covering the latest in B.C. politics. Thank you f...

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