Canada Quote by John Baird
“Canada does not just 'go along' in order to 'get along.' We will 'go along,' only if we 'go' in a direction that advances Canada’s values: freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Canadian Foreign Policy Remarks, John Baird, 2015
Canada will support actions that align with its core values of freedom, democracy, human rights, and rule of law.
In simple terms: Canada backs only values‑driven actions.
Key Takeaway
Support policies that reflect democratic values.
Themes
values
policy
democracy
Mood
determined
principled
Type
political
policy
When to use this quote
- international diplomacy
- legislative voting
- public advocacy
Key Concepts
human rights
rule of law
freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance values with pragmatic interests?
- What compromises are acceptable?
A Different Perspective
May limit flexibility in complex geopolitical situations.
