George Buri

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George Buri

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Political Party: Liberal

Phone: (204) 727-3156

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Support amazes NDP candidate

Wednesday, 12 October 2011

Brandon Sun - Reg and George Buri ran very clean campaigns and presented themselves with honour and dignity, as I knew they would. They are both true gentlemen and I am proud to have been able to associate myself with them. I know Reg will do a great job as MLA. ...

Rural 'Toba stays true blue

Wednesday, 05 October 2011

Lac du Bonnet Leader - Liberal candidate George Buri came in third with under 400 votes. Meanwhile, Brandon East will continue as an NDP riding, which it has been for more than 40 years. Drew Caldwell will retain his seat, which he has held since 1999. ...

NDP Grand Slam!

Wednesday, 05 October 2011

Brandon Sun - Liberal Party campaigner George Buri came in a distant third with 378 votes. Like his government, Brandon East NDP candidate Drew Caldwell won his fourth term in office, handily defeating Tory challenger Mike Waddell for the second time with nearly ...

Helwer retains West for Tories

Wednesday, 05 October 2011

Brandon Sun - Liberal George Buri was a distant third with 378 votes. Voter turnout was 61.95 per cent, with 8712 votes cast. Helwer will be sitting in opposition, as the Progressive Conservatives failed in their bid to gain ground in Winnipeg or win targeted seats ...

NDP Grand Slam!

Wednesday, 05 October 2011

Brandon Sun - Liberal Party campaigner George Buri came in a distant third with 378 votes. Like his government, Brandon East NDP candidate Drew Caldwell won his fourth term in office, handily defeating Tory challenger Mike Waddell for the second time with nearly ...

Rural 'Toba stays true blue

Wednesday, 05 October 2011

Winnipeg Sun - Liberal candidate George Buri came in third with under 400 votes. Meanwhile, Brandon East will continue as an NDP riding, which it has been for more than 40 years. Drew Caldwell will retain his seat, which he has held since 1999. ...

Police association endorses Tories

Tuesday, 04 October 2011

Brandon Sun - George Buri, the Liberal candidate in Brandon West, said he expected the provincial police association's endorsement, “would probably have more impact in Winnipeg.” “I'm not really sure if they have an impact because there really hasn't been that many ...

Columnist Ross's Conservative estimates

Saturday, 01 October 2011

Brandon Sun - That left George Buri, who had planned to run for the NDP, out in the cold. He's now running for the Liberals. Will Brandon West voters vote for the new New Democrat or the old New Democrat? Regarding Greg Selinger's use of our new fire hall, ...

Westman worth watching

Thursday, 29 September 2011

Winnipeg Free Press - He is challenged by NDP candidate Jim Murray and Liberal George Buri, both former chairmen of the Brandon school board. An intriguing "back story" to this contest is that Murray was widely known as a Conservative and Buri as a New Democrat until this ...

Conservatives focus on crime, will add five officers in Brandon

Monday, 26 September 2011

Brandon Sun - Brandon West Liberal candidate George Buri said he supported “being tough on criminals and smart on crime.” “One of the things about being smart on crime is having more police,” Buri said. “It depends on how they are deployed. ...

Questionnaire Response

George Buri - Brandon West

Why did you decide to run in the 2011 Manitoba election?

The Liberal platform appealed to me because it is a platform designed for people, to improve their lives. Liberals care and Liberals put people first. The Party has a leader who is honest and caring.

What experience will you bring to compliment (sp, complement) your role as MLA?

I have over 30 years of teaching – high school, adults, Faculty of Education, and theatre. I was a school trustee and I have been the Artistic Director of 7 Ages Productions for 14 years. I am highly organized and I get things done.

Is there anything in particular you would like to change in our province? In your electoral division?

When I see Manitobans living in third world conditions, I am saddened. Infrastructure and opportunities must be provided for those who need the most help.

What is one thing you stand for that is not a part of your political party's platform?

We have to find a way for everyone, not just those who have money, to use and experience some of the facilities that were built partly or wholly with public money. That includes ballet, theatre, concerts, and sporting events. The public subsidizes but many can never experience any of these events directly.

Do you have any other comments regarding your candidacy?

Democracy can only be healthy if people take an active role as voters and candidates, or engage in meaningful discussion. By running in this election, I am giving something back to the community and contributing to the democratic process. I believe that I am not so much a politician as an ordinary person who wants to help make this society stronger.

What is your favourite location in the electoral division you are currently a candidate for?

The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium – I have spent a good portion of my life there as a director, actor, and producer.


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