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“The House Of Commons has never been a tea-party. It consists of strong-minded, often very idealistic people, who are trying to accomplish something for our country. We are inheritors of an adversarial system and that, in itself, fosters conflict.”

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Book:The House of Commons at Work

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The House of Commons at Work

This book delves into the inner workings of the House of Commons, providing an in-depth analysis of its operations, including debates, voting procedures, and the roles of various members. It offers insights into the political landscape and the challenges faced by the Commons in shaping legislation. more

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John Allen Fraser

John Allen Fraser is a prominent Canadian member of Parliament. Born on December 15, 1931, he has played a significant role in Canadian politics. more

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“Democracy is not a form of government. It is a political philosophy that can be embodied in various systems of government.”

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“But while the American Constitution was the child of war, ours grew out of discussion, bargaining and negotiation.”

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“The office of Speaker is almost as ancient as Parliament itself. It emerged in the Middle Ages when the Commons - the ordinary people - of England needed a spokesman in their dealings with the King, someone who would voice their grievances and present their petitions. This was by no means a safe or easy thing to do at that time, and potential spokesman generally had to be pressured into accepting the responsibility.”

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“A careful and sympathetic sense of humour can also be a great asset when there is need to get out of difficult situations gracefully.”

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“Question Period is not part of the legislative process,and has nothing to do with it. It is a means of monitoring the Executive that the Government cannot evade.”

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“Debates must take place in an atmosphere of courtesy.”

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“The purpose of privilege is not to place parliamentarians above the law, but rather to allow them to carry out their duties independently and effectively, in the national interest.”

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“For two years now, my office has had the honour and the privilege of sponsoring seminars on the functioning of government in this country for Eastern Europeans. These seminars and exchanges have brought together representatives from such nations as Bulgaria, Hungary, the Czech and Slovak Republic, Roumania, Poland, Russia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and the Ukraine, all of them anxious to learn what makes a society as diverse as Canada work and how our institutions make it governable.”

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