But while the American Constitution was the child of war, o… - John Allen Fraser

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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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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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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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