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Jack Layton
Jack Layton

Jack Layton was a prominent Canadian politician and leader of the New Democratic Party. Born on July 18, 1950, in Toronto, Ontario, he passed away on August 22, 2011. Layton served as a Member of the Canadian House of Commons and was dedicated to social justice and environmental protection. more

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