Pierre Trudeau

A charismatic statesman with brilliant intellect and reformist courage, he fundamentally transformed Canada in the 1960s and 1970s. As prime minister, he led the country toward the patriation of the Constitution and the creation of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, defended civil liberties, and promoted a more modern, open society. He was known for his wit, self-confidence, and controversies—as well as for being the father of Canada's current prime minister, Justin Trudeau.

Quotes

• Living next to you is in some ways like sleeping with an elephant. No matter how friendly and even-tempered the beast, one is affected by every twitch and grunt. ( 10 ×)