A friend in need
Article Abstract:
Without debating the issue in Parliament or informing other government officials, Chretien backed Clinton's decision to launch cruise missiles against Iraq. Chretien's action surprised many because he had condemned Brian Mulroney for doing the same thing in 1991.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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America's example: the trick is to learn what to borrow from U.S. politics - and especially what to reject
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The US presidential campaign is set to begin in ernest with the Republican and Democrat conventions. Canadian politicians will be observing closely whether Bob Dole's platform of tax cuts and anti-big government will be popular with the voters.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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