There were cowboys on horses, beauty queens on horses, Mounties marching, and a prize-winning float designed by Ismaili Muslims.
Besides the warm feelings shown toward William and Catherine – who, in their defence, had to get to their own viewing spot for the big parade – some of the biggest cheers were for Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi, who actually looked comfortable on his placid brown horse.
It is a fact of life in this town that if you want to be a winning politician, the key isn’t kissing babies – it’s being able to ride a horse and look like you love it.
via At Stampede Parade, a fleeting Royal moment and a mayor on horseback – The Globe and Mail.
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