On the same day I was sworn in as Prime... by Kim Campbell | We Heart Quotes

Government Politician feminist Canada Prime Minister

On the same day I was sworn in as Prime Minister of Canada, I announced the most sweeping reform ever undertaken in the structure of our federal government.

- Kim Campbell

Other quotes by Kim Campbell

Income

It would be naive to imagine we have solved all our income security problems simply because the roles of the federal and provincial governments in the area of skills training have been clarified.

- Kim Campbell

Doctors Right

In all modesty, we must admit that governments are not always the best doctors when it comes to diagnosing economic ailments and prescribing the right treatment.

- Kim Campbell

Economy Years

For over 20 years, the federal and provincial governments have made enormous efforts employing a variety of approaches in an attempt to stimulate Montreal's economy.

- Kim Campbell

Exercise Pride Government

To suggest that Quebecers willingly give up the chance to exercise fully their influence within the federal government would be to betray the historical role Quebec has always played in Confederation, and to undermine the legitimacy of their pride and ambitions.

- Kim Campbell

Care People

For people on social assistance, the loss of free dental care, prescription drugs and subsidized housing can greatly outweigh additional income from working. We've all heard the stories.

- Kim Campbell

Equality

Canada is the homeland of equality, justice and tolerance.

- Kim Campbell

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