John Turner
John Turner was a significant figure in Canadian politics, serving as the Prime Minister of Canada for a brief period in 1984. He is notable for being the first prime minister in Canadian history not to be a sitting Member of Parliament at the time of his ascension. His leadership came during a tumultuous political climate, and he is remembered for quickly calling an election after assuming office, which allowed him to continue the legacy of his predecessor, Pierre Trudeau.
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John Turner is referenced in the context of a debate about Canada's economic vulnerability and trade policies.
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Canada· 2026-02-07
John Turner is the lead investigator at the National Crime Agency who commented on the dangers of human trafficking.
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Romania· 2025-11-28
John Turner was the then-justice minister who spoke against cash bail in 1971.
Ontario looks to revive use of cash bail, raising Charter concernsCanada· 2025-11-25
John Turner, the Liberal leader, stated that two and a half million elderly Canadians are fed up.
Canada needs to rein in spending. How about we stop handing out billions to wealthy seniors?Canada· 2025-10-23
John Turner has received a sympathetic biography despite leading the Liberals to a disaster in the 1984 election.
For our prime ministers, time heals – and Justin Trudeau better hope soCanada· 2025-10-23
John Turner resigned as finance minister in protest over government spending during Coutts's time in office.
Jimmy Coutts’s diaries are for students of Canadian political historyCanada· 2025-09-06
John Turner is the Second Chief of the Teme-Augama Anishnabai and has been vocal about the Métis claims in his territory.
Forgotten history or identity theft? The Métis question in Ontario hits home at a tiny cabin in the woodsCanada· 2025-08-10
John Turner proposed the concept of 'built but not livable' in the early 1970s.
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Indonesia· 2025-06-30
John Turner turned himself into the avatar of Canadian nationalism, denouncing a trade deal with the U.S.
Sixty years ago, a philosopher said Canada would be absorbed by America. He could still be rightCanada· 2025-06-27
John Turner is noted for having the attributes to trouble the best batters.
Steven Finn column: 'Times have changed, one clip can earn an England call-up'
United Kingdom· 2025-05-01
John Turner is mentioned in the context of leaders who struggled in elections.
Opinion: This quiet election campaign is playing right into the lucky Liberals’ handsCanada· 2025-04-23
John Turner was Mulroney's opponent in the 1988 federal election focused on trade issues.
Ten economic issues that will define the 2025 election, explained in chartsCanada· 2025-04-02
John Turner collaborated with Henri Tajfel in developing the Social Identity Theory.
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John Turner co-developed Social Identity Theory with Henri Tajfel, providing insights into group dynamics and identity.
Mudik di Antara Ritual dan Ekspektasi SosialIndonesia· 2025-03-28John Turner was a Liberal leader who became prime minister after the departure of a deeply unpopular Trudeau.
Opinion: This election is shaping up as a battle for the country’s soulCanada· 2025-03-27
The Liberals under John Turner pledged to blame the free-trade agreement for 'every sparrow that falls.'
Opinion: Politicians say every election is the fight of our lives. This time, it isCanada· 2025-03-23
Atlas energy CEO John Turner said moving the sand by truck is usually a long and potentially dangerous process.
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Taiwan· 2025-03-15
Mr. Trudeau’s father politically damaged incoming Liberal leader John Turner when he made a raft of 200 patronage appointments in the dying days of his government.
Trudeau, cabinet to approve dozens of appointments in final days of government, sources sayCanada· 2025-03-06
John Turner was expected to succeed Pierre Trudeau as leader and prime minister.
Opinion: Before electing Mark Carney as leader, the Liberals should pause for a moment of reflectionCanada· 2025-02-28
John Turner is mentioned as the last prime minister who was not a Member of Parliament when he took office in 1984.
NDP campaign director urges candidates to prepare for quick federal election call in internal memoCanada· 2025-02-12