B次元官网网址淚 donB次元官网网址檛 know where the heck the time went,B次元官网网址� John Horgan says with a chuckle.

ThatB次元官网网址檚 how the New Democratic Party leader initially chose to describe the past 10 years as MLA for the Juan de Fuca riding.

B次元官网网址淚n the first campaign in 2005, my attitude was to see how it goes and hope I do a good enough job to get re-elected,B次元官网网址� he says.

Following a failed leadership bid halfway through his second term, Horgan says his focus remained on doing the best job he could for his constituents. He has managed to increased his margin of victory in three consecutive elections now, and secured the partyB次元官网网址檚 leadership in 2014 after the bitter provincial election defeat in 2013.

Horgan credits much of his success to his ability to maintain good working relationships with all of the mayors in his riding.

B次元官网网址淭hereB次元官网网址檚 a different focus in each area,B次元官网网址� he said.

B次元官网网址淟angford is this dynamic, growing urban centre, bordered by Metchosin and the Highlands, (who) fiercely want to remain rural. The riding is an interesting mix of urban and rural all the way to Port Renfrew.B次元官网网址�

Horgan sees a lot of good in both extremes and enjoys trying to keep a foot planted firmly in both camps.

B次元官网网址淟angford has transformed into a family focused, development friendly urban centre with amazing recreational facilities, which I really enjoy as a sports fan.

B次元官网网址淎t the same time, I totally respect the rural lifestyle preferred by people in Metchosin and the Highlands. People talk about amalgamation a lot, but youB次元官网网址檙e dealing with very diverse communities on the West Shore.B次元官网网址�

Horgan is quick to point out the positive role that First Nations are increasingly playing in creating economic opportunities and progressing with treaties, especially in Sooke and Port Renfrew. B次元官网网址淚 like the direction of SookeB次元官网网址檚 new council,B次元官网网址� he added.

HeB次元官网网址檚 also excited about the two new high schools being built on the West Shore in Langford and Colwood that will provide more trades training opportunities for youth.

B次元官网网址淚 attend the graduation ceremonies every year at Belmont and Edward Milne (in Sooke),B次元官网网址� Horgan said. B次元官网网址淭he next generation is filled with hope and apprehension about what the future holds. I think it looks bright for young people and young families.B次元官网网址�

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