Most NDP leadership candidates say they’re in no hurry to become MPs

The Canadian Press: Heather McPherson has won her federal Edmonton riding in the last three elections. Throughout the campaign, she’s stressed the need to have a leader who can push the NDP’s priorities in the House on day one.

She said she finds it strange that her leadership rivals aren’t in a hurry to enter the House.

“I find that, to be honest, a little bit odd. I mean, realistically, we are a political party, and the business of politics happens within the House of Commons,” McPherson said…