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Statement by the Prime Minister on the resignation of Bob Rae
January 13, 1996
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Jean Chrétien issued this statement following
the announcement today that Bob Rae will step down as Leader of
the Ontario NDP.
"I have known Bob Rae for three decades. We have worked
together as fellow MPs and as fellow first ministers.
Despite our different political affiliations, I have always
considered Bob Rae an intelligent and articulate man with a sincere
commitment to public service and to the people of Ontario and
Canada. In particular, I have greatly admired his strong commitment
to Canadian unity. He has made an important contribution to public
life in this country and I am confident that he will continue
to do so. I extend my best wishes for the future to him and his
family."
PMO Press Office: (613) 957-5555
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