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“The old boy network is still too strong in Canadian business. A visit to the Toronto clubs at lunch stands in about as great a contrast to the multicultural, multiracial subway underneath as can be humanly imagined. This is not healthy.”

Quote by Bob Rae

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Bob Rae
Bob Rae

Bob Rae is a seasoned Canadian politician born on August 2, 1948. He served as a member of the Canadian House of Commons and was the Premier of Ontario from 1990 to 1995. Rae's political career has been marked by significant achievements and leadership roles in both federal and provincial governments. more

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