John Crosbie

John Crosbie was a prominent Canadian politician who served as a member of the Progressive Conservative Party and held various ministerial roles, including Minister of Finance. He is notably remembered for presenting the only budget of Joe Clark's government in 1979, which included the controversial message of 'short-term pain for long-term gain'. Crosbie's political career spanned several decades, and he played a significant role in shaping Canadian fiscal policy during times of economic challenge.