UnexpectedHippo visited Beavermead Park, Peterborough today to launch his campaign to become the new MP for Durham-Peterborough. The candidate shook hands with supporters in the crowd before making his way to the stage to deliver the following speech:

“Good morning everyone! It’s amazing to see so many of you here to support me in my bid to become your MP.

“The reason I want have decided to stand in this election is very simple: I want to make the life of every Canadian as good as it can be. The way we do this is not through reckless spending or wild and rash decisions, but through the sound decision making that this party is renowned for. I want to make sure every hard-working Canadian can enjoy a life of low taxation and high freedom. Just look at the Conservative record in Government: Lower taxes for the poorest Canadians, lifting people out of poverty. Lower taxes on small business, ensuring that entrepreneurs and innovators can succeed. Lower taxes on corporations, making Canada an even more appealing place for the world’s biggest companies.

“And we aren’t stopping here. We want to crack down on tax evasion. We are not afraid to say that those who evade tax are unpatriotic, and take money from the hands of Canadian families. We will close tax loopholes, clamp down on offshore evasion, and make sure that every citizen is paying their fair share.

“This money is money we want to spend on the people of Canada. The Conservative party is committed to investment in this country’s infrastructure. High speed rail, road expansion, these are keys to unlock Canada’s economic potential. This will make travel easier across this great nation, and open new doors for citizens.

“The Conservative Party is committed to building a better future for you, your friends, and your family. Don’t let us return to the days of debt and bureaucracy. Instead, vote for low tax. Vote for less red tape. Vote for freedom. Vote Conservative, and vote UnexpectedHippo!

“Thank you all for coming out!”

After UnexpectedHippo concluded his speech, he once greeted members of the crowd, taking pictures and shaking hands before leaving with his aides. He gave one last wave before entering his vehicle and being driven away.