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McCotter gives thoughts on Save VIA rally

Federal Perth-Wellington Liberal candidate Stephen McCotter was in St. Marys today.  He attended the Save VIA rally.

McCotter says he talked to a lot of people who are disappointed with the VIA cuts:

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He criticized Conservative MP Gary Schellenberger for not doing more to fight those cuts when they were announced three years ago:

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McCotter added the Liberals will be rolling out their infrastructure and transportation policy as the election gets underway.

Contributed photo: Stephen McCotter (in red) talks with Save VIA rally participants

Patrick Grapes
Patrick Grapes
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