May 31, 2010

PC LEADER HUGH MCFADYEN ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF THE HONOURABLE DUFFERIN “DUFF” ROBLIN, PC, CC, OM

Duff Roblin inspired generations of Manitobans: McFadyen

 Progressive Conservative Leader Hugh McFadyen issued the following statement today on the passing of the Honourable Duff Roblin: 

 "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Duff Roblin. I was fortunate to get to know him, and we are all fortunate to have had him as Premier. Duff Roblin was voted the greatest Manitoban for a reason.  He faced down opposition to build the floodway and began the building of modern Manitoba.  The development of Hydro, the modernization of our education system, and the building of our modern road system are all part of his remarkable legacy.  His abiding optimism about our province's untapped potential inspires a whole new generation of Manitobans.”    

“Over the past few years I have appreciated his thoughtful advice on the major challenges facing our province today.  He was a gentleman in every sense.  On behalf of all our MLAs and Progressive Conservative Members, I would like to express our condolences to his remarkable wife Mary, and the entire Roblin family. Our prayers are with them during this time of mourning."