Ed Broadbent’s political thought and action was based on a desire for a fuller and richer democratic life, and a basic respect for his fellow Canadians. In one of his final years, Broadbent wrote that his political task had been “to communicate a social democratic vision to ordinary Canadians,” providing tangible improvements to their lives in the process.

Amongst Broadbent’s co-authors for his final major publication was Frances Abele. Abele is Distinguished Research Professor and Chancellor’s Professor Emerita at Carleton University’s School of Public Policy & Administration. Her 2023 book with Ed Broadbent, Jonathan Sas and Luke Savage is Seeking Social Democracy: Seven Decades in the Fight for Equality.

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