Alberta First.
Alberta First.
Meet Danielle
“I’m running because I love Alberta. This is my home and I feel passionately that the people of this province are not being treated fairly by Ottawa. We need to push back, regain our pride, and have autonomy over our decisions. Together, let’s put Alberta First and as Premier, that is exactly what I will do.”
Danielle is a proud Albertan. She is a University of Calgary graduate with degrees in Economics and English, Danielle has had a lifelong interest in Alberta public policy and finding the right balance between free enterprise and individual freedom, and the role of government. She was a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Highwood, leader of the Official Opposition, and leader of the Wildrose Party.
Before re-entering politics, Danielle had extensive experience in the media and in business. Most recently she was President of the Alberta Enterprise Group. Before that she was a radio host with Corus Entertainment for six years.
She married her husband, David in 2006 and together they own and operate The Dining Car, a fully renovated 1940s railcar dining car. She is the proud stepmother of David’s son Jonathan. Danielle and David live in High River with their two dogs, Caine and Colt.
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I am so grateful for all the heartfelt conversations from grassroots Albertans over the past 2 days in Ponoka.
I also want to thank my campaign team for being there every step of the way. The momentum is real. We will put Alberta First. ... See MoreSee Less
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Danielle you rock … I’m pulling for you!!! Get some pics and turnouts in Calgary, Lethbridge, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lloyd and Grande Prairie. (Urban Areas) You own Rural Alberta … sell yourself and your excellent ideas in urban Alberta … you’ll need both to govern.
Stop using “grass roots” it’s what Kenney continually used and nothing he did was “grass roots”
Are you coming to Lloydminster?
“I respect Brian but he knows there’s no one in this race advocating for breaking up the country. I think he’s just fearmongering.
“I truly am an Alberta Firster. I’m a strong and proud Canadian but I’m also a strong and proud Albertan. Canada is letting us down and it’s up to us to fix our relationship with them.” ... See MoreSee Less
Bell: Danielle Smith fires back, insists she's no separatist
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Right on Danielle!! Finally a politician who wants action not more talking!!!
Right on!! We need someone to stand up for Alberta, and Brian Jean is not it. Go Danielle Go!!
I have listened to Danielle for a number of years now and I have switched who I will vote for based on what she is saying. Alberta has been left out in the cold and she at the very least has possible solutions. Think of the province had its own police Tamara Linch would not be in custody once again by our federal not provincial police force. I am for paying taxes for services that provide for my community but I don't agree with paying Quebec 20B a year to hold us hostage. Collecting our own taxes is the best way to gain control back. Finally Brian I am still waiting for your policies so that they can be discussed and nothing yet. Sorry I will not wait for you to pick a time that is more about strategy than about giving ideas time to discuss. Thank you, Danielle. You have my vote.
So what if you were, it’s still 1000% better than what Brian is offering
This isn't going to win Brian any points. I've driven across this beautiful country many times, and every province is unique. We cannot be "ruled" by one region, with completely different goals from our own. Every province needs to look out for themselves first, rather than cling to the "idea" of Canada. I spent my first 17 years in Ontario, so I'm well aware of their view of the west. We are too divided, and now is the time to assert our independence. We don't want to tell the east coast how to fish, or Ontario how to mine, we just want to be free of a hostile government, and to provide hope for Canadians who are flocking here to live in peace.
The best way to make a strong and united Canada, is to stand up for our rights and constitution, just because the east elects a narcissistic and vindictive PM, doesn’t mean we should allow him to arrest any citizen who disagrees with him. Free speech is now against the law in this country, and people are standing by and letting it happen, Trudeau is using the justice and law enforcement systems as his own private gestapo.
I would want, at the very least, a chance to vote for separation in the case that Ottawa won't negotiate. We need to have something in our back pocket to combat their status quo.
I’m ok if you are. I think Canada is broken beyond repair.
Quebec gets what Quebec wants because they are doers vs. whiners. This is a competitive advantage. We need to relearn that lesson in Alberta and restore the Alberta Advantage. With the coming energy transition it is more important than ever that Alberta gains competitive advantages not only in delivering quality energy projects but as a beacon of free markets and liberty. We must aim to be the Singapore in Asia (or the Switzerland in Europe) of North America and not just sit back on autopilot. If you are doing what everyone else does, you have no competitive advantage. We need to have the democratic infrastructure in place to chart a course through some crazy decades.
Was hoping Danielle would step up to the plate for Alberta. I’m behind her 100%
Nice when Brian lies for his own gain old MP same old politics good bye
Brian Jean is just another privileged politician. You represent us the best.
Canada is already broken. We need to be independent of Ottawa
Brian is wavering and weak on all things, seeking to find out what’s “ popular” , you have a plan, goals and the balls to do carry them out.
I agree with your platform and you will get my vote Danielle.
Brian… focus on what you are going to do!!!
Brian Jean has some good ideas, but what I am afraid of, his fear. He has no backbone, I am do my homework and I look for someone with a backbone. John Diefenbaker ~ Canada 13th Prime Minister, " You can't have a government with a banana for a backbone", that what I believe in. You Danielle have the backbone to run for Premier of Alberta. I saw Alberta being abuse since Pierre Elliot Trudeau, he even put on NEP which I believe upset Peter Lougheed, as smart as Peter was, he was the one that draft up the "Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom Act" is this why Justin being so ignorance to Albertans? If so, it's so childish of him. Stay Strong Danielle!
That is Laughable.
Can you tell us what is the plan to free us from Ottawa's oppression? So far no one has told me a credible path to a fair deal, and how we escape the carbon tax. And now Ottawa is going to add another fuel tax the same as carbon tax that will also increase every year
But many Albertans are… As they say doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results is a sign of insanity. Have we not played this rodeo government game decade after decade. Time Albertans stand up and make a change. Time for the Wildrose Independence Party of Alberta. Not your former Wildrose that let Albertans down and joined Kenney. But true grassroots Albertans busting their butts to make Albertans future brighter. Time to push back Join the Wildrose Independence Party of Alberta. www.wildrosenation.com
Brian is soft in the head.
Language games.
Typical Brian
You are kicking butt Danielle. Keep it up. You are leading the race by far.
Brian likes to whine and stir the pot. But, in the end he will do nothing. I like what Danielle is saying, can it be done, perhaps not. But, we have to try, or we lose everything.
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Oh, this is your new house? I loved your heritage house in High river! We can’t wait to get to the train for some lunch soon!
Where does Danielle stand on agenda 2030? We need to ask these life long politicians the hard questions! Most of them are sold out to the agenda.
Hey at least she’s not charging $1000. a plate like some politicians . No community is ever too small.
Lol...population of 1000 in Bentley, and this is in someone's house. Special invitation? ....lol
We need a constitutional amendment to band carbon tax
Danielle Smith you are giving me hope.
Real diverse crowd!!🤣🤣
Elect clowns. Expect a circus. Bye-bye Danielle.
Hasn’t seen a floor she can’t cross.
www.instagram.com/tv/CfUKhPsAOOH/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Nice to see you talking to Albertans. Keep it up
You deserve it!
Alberta First won't make a difference under the Federal rule. we need OUT
When are you coming to Calgary or Sundre?
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The UCP Leadership Candidates Forum last night was incredible! Events like this assure me that we are headed in the right direction and that true democracy can be restored.
A big thanks to Mountain View Freedom for hosting this event, to my fellow UCP Leadership Candidates who attended, and to Albertans who continue to show up. We are well on our way toward putting Alberta First.
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Too bad she didn’t study democracy in elementary school.
This lady answer questions straight up no double talk
How does Danielle stand on agenda 2030? These questions need to be asked!
Nice crowd you got there.
Any comments on Tamara Lich?
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“What has happened to Tamara Lich is a travesty of justice.” ... See MoreSee Less
Danielle Smith calls re-arrest of convoy organizer Tamara Lich a 'travesty'
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Is Ontario worried that Canada Day will be disrupted with Tamara Lich? Are they keeping a close eye on her? Of course, Trudeau Liberals don't trust Albertans. This is why we need you Danielle to put us first!
Finally a politician that takes a stance
They sure seem to be obsessed with her, but I watch violent offenders go free all the time
Glad you spoke up!
Absolutely…I agree 100%
She’s a political prisoner, the exact same thing Putin does
Finally a politician not afraid to stick her neck out...free Tamara!!
so tell us people - how to correct this dang problem please
Thanks for stepping up and saying something.
Yet Trudeau can get away with anything, the hypocrisies of this is disgusting.
The current federal government is a travesty of democracy
The selfie king has someone arrested for a photo, that’s hilarious, Trudeau is using the justice and law enforcement as his own private gestapo. This is a test run for what is to come
How many political parties have you been with now?! Curious, if NDP win, you gonna floor cross again?
Totally! Why can’t our government step up and stop this travesty, this just doesn’t make sense…..it makes me mad that innocent people are being victimized while drug dealers etc, keep getting released!
Again, appealing to the base...😞
she breached her bail conditions ................... if it was someone whose views you didnt agree with who breached their bail conditions you'd be screaming for them to be locked up, because its Tamara Litch you say " Police, look the other way " . Your such hypocrites !
History shows Commies always have political prisons
So disappointed, Danielle, I had such high hopes for you 🙁 .............. cant believe that your pandering to the far right, the same faction that had their knives out for you when you led the Wild Rose
Danielle Smith, you are just a disgrace to Alberta.
Nutbar central with those two haha . , I did however think you where pretty good Danielle , until covid hit , then you showed your true colors, thats fine your choice , standing behind people , IE Lich , who thinks its ok to try and over throw a democraticlly elected federal gov and here is her cohort Pat King , do you stand behind him as well ? I will get crickets for you , i am betting mobile.twitter.com/horrorpalooza/status/1492311074753761283
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A little bit about me: politics, life, mistakes, & unity.
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Thank you for stepping up Danielle. It's not an easy thing to do. We appreciate your advocacy during the flood, and especially these past 2 years. You are a problem solver, and you do listen to people. Policy requires unity, but I've also heard you say that when new issues arise, MLAs need to be free to speak to and for their constituents. That has been missing. I will be proud to have you as our MLA, knowing that we will once again have a voice in the Legislative Assembly.
We were really hoping you to run for the UCP leadership! I’m so glad you did!
Go for it, we need someone with common sense at the top.
She will make a great premiere
I will support you because you stated you will implement the Alberta Sovereignty act on your first day as Premier. Ottawa is no longer content attacking oil & gas. Now they are coming after our beef. Please get it done.
Dannielle you have my vote!
I was selling a product in a mall at Sprucegrove Alberta at Christmas. Radio was playing on overhead speaker's in mall. Around 3pm on 630 CHED Santas Anonymous Breaking news MS Smith has crossed the floor. Huh? I am not conservative. I listened to you all the time on QR77 I love talk show radio. You're awesome. Old people in alberta will never forgive you. Just the way it Is.
I appreciated your perspective on the radio and how you allowed voices on both sides of an argument to have thoughtful debate. We’ve moved so far away from critical thought that we need to ensure we encourage our next generation how to think, instead of what to think. Good luck and I hope you truly do what you say in this campaign.
Government can't solve problems. They can only cause the solution cost 100x what it should cost
So called Jodie McKenzie to volunteer (something I don't do) but hey, it's you. No call back - what's up?
We deserve Danielle to take over the reigns
There is a problem with this video... Love Alberta she said? not so much because she don't care about deaf and hard of hearing. This video need C.C. for those who are deaf and hard of hearing.
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I need your help. To be on the UCP leadership ballot this fall, I need 1,000 signatures from existing members.
We have a new online form to make this easy, which shouldn't take more than 30 seconds to complete. I would be grateful if you would sign my nomination!
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Done. Thanks for making a stand.
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What's to stop you from crossing the floor again
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