Chapter 1, The System of Government, p. 6
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But while the American Constitution was the child of war, ours grew out of discussion, bargaining and negotiation.
— John Allen Fraser
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About John Allen Fraser
John Allen Fraser, PC, OC, OBC, CD, QC (December 15, 1931 – April 9, 2024) was a retired Canadian parliamentarian and former Speaker of the House of Commons. He was the first Speaker to be elected by his peers in a secret ballot.
About John Allen Fraser
John Allen Fraser, PC, OC, OBC, CD, QC (December 15, 1931 – April 9, 2024) was a retired Canadian parliamentarian and former Speaker of the House of Commons. He was the first Speaker to be elected by his peers in a secret ballot.
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