Quotes by Jack Layton

“How can this Parliament continue under the leadership of a Liberal Party whose ethical conduct voters deserve to judge and a Liberal Party that once worked with New Democrats to build medicare and now flatly rejects rules to protect that achievement?”

“There is a culture in the Liberal party that is unacceptable in a democracy,”

“I think Paul Martin doesnt mean what he says. He said he would clear this sort of thing up and he didnt do it.”

“When will the prime minister finally stand up and tell George Bush Canadians have had enough with his trade attacks,”

“The report has shown there is a culture of greed in the Liberal Party,”

“What we need to do is stand up for ourselves when were unfairly treated.”

“The responsibility of a minister is to step aside when there is a criminal investigation of the department. That protects the propriety of Parliament and of responsible government.”

“If there is a government in Ottawa that doesnt share their values there is a possibility they could reject the option of keeping their place inside Canada. It would be put into question.”

“Theres going to be real change that comes from the people of this country who are tired of being played by Paul Martins Liberals.”

“If you want a progressive (member of Parliament), a New Democrat, one who will fight for change, then you have to vote New Democrat. Its that simple. In order to have the Canada you want, you have to vote for the Canada you want.”

My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And well change the world.

Cherish every moment with those you love at every stage of your journey.

To other Canadians who are on journeys to defeat cancer and to live their lives, I say this: please dont be discouraged that my own journey hasnt gone as well as I had hoped. You must not lose your own hope.

Remember our proud history of social justice, universal health care, public pensions and making sure no one is left behind. Lets continue to move forward.

The responsibility of a minister is to step aside when there is a criminal investigation of the department. That protects the propriety of Parliament and of responsible government.

“My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And well change the world.”