John A. Macdonald
John A. Macdonald was the first Prime Minister of Canada, serving from 1867 to 1873 and again from 1878 to 1891. A founding father of the Canadian Confederation, he played a significant role in shaping the country's early policies, particularly emphasizing economic nationalism and trade with the British Empire. Macdonald is well-known for his opposition to American influence in Canada, famously asserting his loyalty to British ties and advocating for protective tariffs to shield Canadian industries from U.S. competition.
Born on Jan 11, 1815 (211 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 2 | 7.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 63,928 | $1,700,000 | 2,860$ |
| Totals | 2 | 38,005,238 | 63,928 | $1,700,000 | 2,860$ |
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Canada:
Canada’s first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald, came to share Fleming’s beliefs about our response to American threats.
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Canada:
John A. Macdonald was Canada's first prime minister and a key architect of Confederation.
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Canada:
It’s probably John A. Macdonald who is considered the most consequential prime minister.
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Canada:
MacDonald, the member for East Hants, is the new minister of municipal affairs.
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Canada:
Then-prime minister John A. Macdonald wanted to fight back with higher rates.
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Canada:
John A. Macdonald’s National Policy sought to protect Canadian manufacturing through tariffs.
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Canada:
John A. Macdonald is mentioned in relation to Canada's national policy.
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Canada:
John A. Macdonald was the first Prime Minister of Canada and a significant figure in the Conservative Party's history.
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United Kingdom:
The Ontario government announced that a statue of John A Macdonald, Canada’s first prime minister, would be put back on public display.
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United States:
John A. Macdonald was Canada's first prime minister, and Mark Carney is the first to represent a capital riding since him.
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