NDP parliamentarians say they will unite behind their new leader, Toronto municipal politician Jack Layton. But does he have what it takes to unite his party membership, and more importantly, to inspire voters and activists with a leftwing vision of Canada??

Sam Ginden and Leo Panitch interview the NDP leader. (Nov/Dec 2003)

Article on the impact of Layton's leadership on the party. (March/April 2003)

Official biography of the NDP leader.

Biography, professional and political background for Jack Layton, leader of the New Democratic Party of Canada.

Encyclopedia entry on the leader of Canada's New Democratic Party.