A successful politician must not only be able to read the m… - Jean Chrétien

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A successful politician must not only be able to read the mood of the public, he must have the skill to get the public on his side. The public is moved by mood more than logic, by instinct more than reason, and that is something that every politician must make use of or guard against

Jean Chrétien

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About Jean Chrétien

Joseph Jacques Jean Chrétien PC OM CC QC (born January 11, 1934), known commonly as Jean Chrétien, is a former Canadian politician who was the 20th Prime Minister of Canada. He served in the position for over ten years, from November 4, 1993 to December 12, 2003.

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Alternative Names: Jean Chretien • Joseph Jacques Jean Chretien • Joseph Jacques Jean Chrétien

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