Former Staff Member Criticizes d'Entremont's Party Switch
Brian Hirtle expressed strong disapproval of Acadie-Annapolis MP Chris d'Entremont's decision to join the Liberal Party, describing it as a "self-serving" move. Hirtle, a resident of Viewmount, had supported d'Entremont in all three of his federal election victories and served as president of the electoral district association before retiring six months ago.
Shock and Disappointment
Hirtle recalled waking up to news reports about d'Entremont's possible floor-crossing, saying, “I was as shocked as anybody.”
“It’s a slap in the face to the residents. It takes a village to get an MP elected. It takes a community of hard-working folks from Argyle to Long Point Road. It’s a team effort.”
He emphasized the pride the local team felt in maintaining the only Conservative seat in Nova Scotia, lamenting that d'Entremont has now given it away.
Personal and Community Impact
Though Hirtle and d'Entremont have been colleagues and friends, he is uncertain about how their future interactions will unfold. He noted that younger voters who supported d'Entremont in the April election, many for the first time, now feel deeply betrayed.
“He feels very betrayed,” Hirtle said.
Brian Hirtle’s remarks highlight the personal and political fallout caused by the MP’s decision to change party allegiance.
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