Paul Martin Quotes

If we do not step forward, then we step back. If we do not protect a right, then we deny it.

Canada is our country. It belongs to us and we belong to it. Let us join together, in our time, and make history once again.

For years governments have been promising more than they can deliver, and delivering more than they can afford.

At a moment that comes rarely in the life of a country. It is a time when destiny is ours to hold.

Put simply, we must always remember that separate but equal is not equal.

It's very clear that we are going to have 10 different [abortion] laws and that we are going to have these laws made by judges

Our veterans connect generations and Canadians. As a country and as individuals, we gain in pride and in purpose from their deeds and their service.

The fact is the statements are perfectly consistent, but more importantly, I don't have all the facts.

I am personally against abortion on demand, but I believe it is very clear that there must be legislation brought in that will deal with what is becoming simply a mish-mash of approaches

Every Canadian who wants to learn should have the opportunity to do so.

Since one never knows what will be the line of advance, it is always most rash to condemn what is not quite in the fashion of the moment.

The main goal in any criminal statute is to produce what's best for the victim. And sometimes, a mandatory minimum doesn't accomplish that.

I really think Canada should get over to Iraq as quickly as possible.

This is the province that pioneered dreaming big.

As a people, we know what we can do, we know how to do it, and we just want to get on with it. How? By ensuring that Canada's place in the world is one of influence and pride.

Mr. Anwar is a respected colleague and a man of integrity, who in his capacity as finance minister showed strong dedication to enhancing the financial well-being of the Malaysian people.