NFU OFFERS DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY OF JACK LAYTON

Saskatoon, Sask. – The National Farmers Union (NFU) offers its deepest condolences to the family of NDP leader Jack Layton, following his passing this morning. Mr. Layton will be remembered as a tireless leader, who never strayed from his fight for social justice for each and every Canadian. “Jack Layton was a good friend of the Canadian farmer, and a fervent defender of the Canadian Wheat Board and supply management. He will be sorely missed by the NFU,” stated NFU President Terry Boehm.