William Lyon Mackenzie King Quotes

A collection of quotes by William Lyon Mackenzie King.

William Lyon Mackenzie King was the tenth Prime Minister of Canada, serving in office for the longest non-consecutive time from 1921 to 1926, 1926 to 1930, and 1935 to 1948. Born on December 17, 1874, in Berlin (now Kitchener), Ontario, he played a crucial role in shaping Canada during his tenure. King led the nation through the Great Depression and World War II, implementing social policies and fostering national unity. Considered a skilled politician, he championed labor rights, introduced welfare measures, and promoted Canada's autonomy within the British Empire. William Lyon Mackenzie King passed away on July 22, 1950.

If I am outspoken of the dangers of intemperance to members

If I am outspoken of the dangers of intemperance to members of our armed forces, it is because we are all especially concerned for the welfare of those who are risking their lives in the cause of freedom.

William Lyon Mackenzie King

Freedom

Regardless of what one's attitude towards prohibition may be

Regardless of what one's attitude towards prohibition may be, temperance is something against which, at a time of war, no reasonable protest can be made.

William Lyon Mackenzie King

Attitude

Where there is little or no public opinion, there is likely

Where there is little or no public opinion, there is likely to be bad government, which sooner or later becomes autocratic government.

William Lyon Mackenzie King

Government

Until the control of the issue of currency and credit is res

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

Government