Conservative candidate Philip Lawrence makes his case speaking to local issues facing Northumberland-Clarke

It is easy to forget the current federal election is not just about the party leaders. While a majority of attention focuses on them, local candidates should play an essential role when voting. At least, that's the theory. Yet, with all the American tariffs and threats to Canada, it is understandable. Still, there are local issues. Qualifications, affordability, housing, and more is vital. So is asking direct questions about how local candidates will serve the residents of the Northumberland-Clarke riding. Here is the third candidate interview. It is with Conservative candidate Philip Lawrence. The order of airing is determined by when the campaigns scheduled their interviews. The Conservatives were third.