The candidate she preferred fell short of winning the party's leadership, but Thomas Mulcair was one of her top choices, prominent Prince George New Democrat Lois Boone said Monday.
"I would've been ecstatic had they chosen Nathan Cullen, who of course is from our neighbouring constituency and somebody I have a huge amount of respect for and have known for a long time," Boone said.
"However, I was also very impressed with Mr. Mulcair when he came through here, so I have absolutely no problem supporting him as leader. I think he will do an outstanding job."
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