Self-described "agitator" Yves Engler says he has been denied entry into the federal NDP leadership race.

In a statement Wednesday morning, Engler said he wants the party's federal council to overturn a decision from the leadership vote committee to disqualify his candidacy.

NDP leadership rules say this committee will approve or reject candidates based on their ability to meet eligibility rules and demonstrate integrity and honesty.

The Montreal-based pro-Palestinian activist did not say why he isn't allowed to run, and the NDP has not yet commented.

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Earlier this year, Engler was charged with criminal harassment and intimidation of a Mo

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