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Former Prime Minister of Canada

John Diefenbaker was a former Prime Minister of Canada, born on September 18, 1895, and passed away on August 16, 1979. He was a significant figure in Canadian politics, known for his steadfast conservative principles and unique leadership style.

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“Freedom includes the right to say what others may object to and resent... The essence of citizenship is to be tolerant of strong and provocative words.”

May Politics Strong Objects Essence Words Freedom Of Speech Citizenship Resent Provocative Provocation

Book:The Wit & Wisdom of John Diefenbaker

Source: The Wit & Wisdom of John Diefenbaker

“What is the difference between a cactus and a conservative caucus? On a cactus, the pricks are on the outside.”

Politics Differences Conservative Cactus Caucus

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“I've got all of my enemies here in the Cabinet where I can keep an eye on them.”

I Can Eye Political Politics Enemy Cabinets

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“I am not anti-American. But I am strongly pro-Canadian.”

Politics Anti-american

Book:The Wit & Wisdom of John Diefenbaker

Source: The Wit & Wisdom of John Diefenbaker

“The Liberals are the flying saucers of politics. No one can make head nor tail of them and they never are seen twice in the same place.”

Politics Flying Tails Flying Saucers

Author:John Diefenbaker

About the Author

Born: September 18, 1895
Died: August 16, 1979
Known for: Former Prime Minister of Canada
Quotes: 24

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