Martin likely shoo-in as next prime minister; Chretien fights pressure to leave early.(WORLD)

From: The Washington Times (Washington, DC) | Date: July 24, 2003 | Copyright information

Byline: Mark Blanchard, THE WASHINGTON TIMES

TORONTO - Former Canadian Finance Minister Paul Martin, an outspoken advocate for mending ties with the United States, has all but been crowned the country's next prime minister.

"The party has chosen," a glum-faced Deputy Prime Minister John Manley said this week, conceding Mr. Martin has locked up the party's leadership race well before the first ballot is cast.

In announcing the end of his leadership campaign, Mr. Manley confirmed a coronation the Liberal Party tried desperately to avoid.

Mr. Martin simply outshone ...

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