Jack Layton Died of Cancer

Jack Layton is dead. The leader of the New Democratic Party of Canada, NDP, for eight years, died of cancer at the age of 61.

Here is the announcement.

“We deeply regret to inform you that the honourable Jack Layton, leader of the New Democratic Party of Canada, passed away at 4:45 am today, Monday August 22,” said the statement from his wife, Olivia Chow, and children, Sarah and Michael.

“He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family and loved ones.”