In a statement posted to Twitter on Thursday, Baird said he was "grateful" for the support he’s received as of late but that he’s chosen to remain out of the race.
"I sincerely appreciate all the emails, phone calls, & offers of time and energy. When I left politics after 20 years of elected office, I committed myself to an equally rewarding career in the private sector. I am incredibly happy with my post-political life & enjoy my work," said Baird. "Still, I want to provide some clarity that I will not be standing for Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada."
Throughout the course of his political career, Baird held a number of prominent ministerial positions in then-prime minister Stephen Harper’s cabinet, including foreign affairs minister from 2011 to 2015.
Something very strange going on with the conservatives.
Thank God
Thank the lord for that!!!!
Well that was mercifully quick. Buh bye Johnny-no-good. Baird
don't go away mad johnny, just go away...
Must be something seriously wrong with CPC seems like no one wants to be their leader and anyone who wants to take the job, CPC followers don't want them.
GOOD. NO MORE GLOBALIST SHILLS RUNNING; APPART FROM O'TOOL AND MACKAY.
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