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Originally Posted by ben voyonsdonc

Here is how Barb should have answered the (paraphrased) questions:

1) Were you interested in entering the race before you were approached?

I have always been passionate about Calgary and the important issues that face Calgarians and was willing to do whatever it took to make things better. The mayor's chair seemed like a distant (but exciting) possibility and so when I was approached by people who had a coherent strategy to make it happen, I jumped at it!

2) Does this mean you are a marionnette?

Absolutely not. I am more than capable of thinking for myself and have passionately articulated my vision for this city throughout the campaign.

3) Mistake with campaign manager...reflective of poor political skills?

Mistakes have been made. Unfortunately, things didn't quite work out as hoped but I am truly thankful for the effort that my campaign manager made but it just wasn't the right fit because the committment to running this campaign was just too overwhelming. However, I was able to identify a problem that existed and made the appropriate adjustment to get back on track. I believe that a good Mayor is one who doesn't stubbornly stick to one strategy and will do whatever needs to be done to right the ship.

So you wanted her to lie?