Opinion: Kevin Falcon’s sudden surrender deserves some praise

There should be no doubting that one of the most sorrowful souls in British Columbia today is the province’s leader of the Official Opposition, Kevin Falcon.

Two years ago, Falcon left a lucrative executive role at Anthem Properties to return to politics after a decade-long detour. When he left, he was deputy premier and finance minister, the latest in a string of cabinet posts and a renowned heavy lifter in the BC Liberal government.

His expectation was reasonable upon return: seven years of NDP government would have worn out its welcome by 2024, he would ascend to the premiership. The forlorn business community would celebrate, as would anyone with

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