John A. Macdonald
John A. Macdonald was the first Prime Minister of Canada, serving from 1867 to 1873 and again from 1878 to 1891. A founding father of the Canadian Confederation, he played a significant role in shaping the country's early policies, particularly emphasizing economic nationalism and trade with the British Empire. Macdonald is well-known for his opposition to American influence in Canada, famously asserting his loyalty to British ties and advocating for protective tariffs to shield Canadian industries from U.S. competition.
Born on Jan 11, 1815 (210 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 3 | 6.67 | 0.13% | +20% | 38,005,238 | 57,925 | $1,700,000 | 2,591$ |
| Australia | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 14,731 | $1,380,000 | 797$ |
| Totals | 4 | 63,505,122 | 72,656 | $3,080,000 | 3,388$ |
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Canada:
John A. Macdonald was Canada's first prime minister and is noted for his leadership in uniting the country through the transcontinental railroad.
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Canada:
In Canada, Sir John A. Macdonald would have heartily agreed, instituting the National Policy of 1878, whose main feature was the protective tariff.
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Australia:
Borrowing a quote from the country’s first prime minister, John A. Macdonald, he said Canada must not be 'a tributary to American laws.'
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Canada:
John A. Macdonald famously wrote in his 1891 election manifesto attacking a Liberal pledge to seek free trade with the United States.
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