WINNIPEG – At a rally of hundreds of supporters, New Democrat Leader Jack Layton today accused Prime Minister Stephen Harper of unveiling a platform that does nothing to protect everyday families.

“Ordinary working families are worried about their savings, their pensions, their homes, and their jobs,” said Layton. “They want to know if they are going to be safe and secure.”

“In times like these, working families need leadership that’s on their side” said Layton. “Now is the time for that leadership. Not denials.”

The New Democrat leader slammed Harper’s do-nothing attitude. Layton said as Prime Minister, he would “ensure we protect the savings, pensions, homes and jobs of ordinary Canadians.”