Wilfrid Laurier
Wilfrid Laurier was the seventh Prime Minister of Canada, serving from 1896 to 1911. He was the first French-Canadian to hold the office and is known for his efforts to promote national unity and economic growth during a period of significant immigration and industrialization. Laurier's government implemented policies that encouraged Western expansion and the development of Canada's natural resources, earning him a reputation as a key figure in shaping modern Canada. His leadership style and commitment to bilingualism and multiculturalism remain influential in Canadian politics today.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 18,328 | $1,700,000 | 820$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 18,328 | $1,700,000 | 820$ |
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Wilfrid Laurier was the leader who blocked Charles Tupper's plan to appoint senators after the election.
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The first French-Canadian prime minister held the office from 1896 to 1911.
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