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William Lyon Mackenzie King

William Lyon Mackenzie King

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Until the control of the issue of currency and credit is restored to government and recognized as its most conspicuous and sacred responsibility, all talks of the sovereignty of Parliament and of democracy is idle and futile.
— William Lyon Mackenzie King
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When gasoline and rubber are rationed, electric power and transport facilities are becoming increasingly scarce, and manpower shortages are developing, it is difficult for people to understand their increased use for other than the most vital needs of war.
— William Lyon Mackenzie King
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It is what we prevent, rather than what we do that counts most in Government.
— William Lyon Mackenzie King
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Far more has been accomplished for the welfare and progress of mankind by preventing bad actions than by doing good ones.
— William Lyon Mackenzie King
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Self-denial and self-discipline, however, will be recognized as the outstanding qualities of a good soldier.
— William Lyon Mackenzie King
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