NDP in BC

Here's an interesting (but poorly written) look at why to vote NDP in B.C. I don't know enough about Canadian or B.C. politics, but it strikes me as odd how much the author needs to apologize to the reader for planning to vote NDP. Why does the case need to be made? Does the party have such a terrible track record?

I think it's interesting, though, how much the tides have changed as regards the importance of "The Environment" in electing to govt. I hope this is a trend that lasts. The Environment could use a good (long) run in popularity.