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The speaker is saying that seeming committed to ignorance is not a good way to win voter support. It suggests that voters are more likely to respond badly to a refusal to value facts or knowledge. The quote criticizes political behavior that ignores informed judgment.
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About Elizabeth May
Canadian politician and environmentalist
Elizabeth Evans May is a Canadian politician, environmentalist, lawyer, activist, and author. She has served as the Member of Parliament for Saanich, Gulf Islands since 2011, and she has led the Green Party of Canada in two periods, first from 2006 to 2019 and again from 2022. She is known for her long role in Canadian Green politics and for work that combines environmental advocacy with public office. Her public profile reflects both party leadership and parliamentary service, with her name most closely associated with environmental issues and political activism.
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