“He was, and ever will remain, the Sir Galahad of Canadian politics” (Marquis 1903, p. 418) - Alexander Mackenzie

I have always held those political opinions which point to the universal brotherhood of man, no matter in what rank of life he may have taken his origin

Philadelphia Record – Like Caesar, who twice refused a knightly crown, Alexander Mackenzie refused knighthood three times. Unlike Caesar, he owed his political overthrow to his incorruptible honesty and unswerving integrity. (Buckingham and Ross 1892, p. 660)

St. John Telegraph – he was loved by the people and his political opponents were compelled to respect him even above their own chosen leader. As a statesman, he has had few equals. (Buckingham and Ross 1892, p. 660)