One moment it's a cathedral, at another time there is no words to describe it when it ceases, for short periods of time, to have any regard for the proprieties that constitute not only Parliament, but its tradition. I've seen… — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
Some wonder why I have such a feeling of concern over the imposition of the death penalty. I ask those who wonder how would you feel if you defended a man charged with murder, who was as innocent as any… — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
What is the difference between a cactus and a conservative caucus? On a cactus, the pricks are on the outside. — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
That one never asks a question unless he knows the answer is basic to parliamentary questioning. — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
I've lived history. I've made history, and I know I'll have my place in history. That's not egoism. — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
We must vigilantly stand on guard within our own borders for human rights and fundamental freedoms which are our proud heritage…w e cannot take… — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
I have one love - Canada; one purpose - Canada's greatness; one aim - Canadian unity from the Atlantic to the Pacific. — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
In Pierre Trudeau, Canada has finally produced a Prime Minister worthy of assassination. — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
“He who does not know the past can never understand the present, and he certainly can do nothing for the future.” — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
There can be no dedication to Canada's future without a knowledge of its past. — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
When you come to Parliament on your first day, you wonder how you ever got here. After that, you wonder how the other 263… — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
One moment it's a cathedral, at another time there is no words to describe it when it ceases, for short periods of time, to… — John Diefenbaker Copy Share Image
