Democracy is not a form of government. It is a political philosophy that can be embodied in various systems of government.

- John Allen Fraser

On a craggy bluff above the majestic Ottawa River stands the remarkable embodiment of our system of governance: Parliament.

- John Allen Fraser

The House Of Commons has never been a tea-party. It consists of strong-minded, often very idealistic people, who are trying to accomplish something f…

- John Allen Fraser

A careful and sympathetic sense of humour can also be a great asset when there is need to get out of difficult situations gracefully.

- John Allen Fraser

In the long and dogged crusade that the human race has fought in favor of democracy, the ideal of liberty, of freedom, has always been the goal.

- John Allen Fraser

as I became Speaker in 1986, I made a point of setting up a public information office to respond to requests and provide information about Parliament…

- John Allen Fraser

Debates must take place in an atmosphere of courtesy.

- John Allen Fraser

The purpose of privilege is not to place parliamentarians above the law, but rather to allow them to carry out their duties independently and effecti…

- John Allen Fraser

But while the American Constitution was the child of war, ours grew out of discussion, bargaining and negotiation.

- John Allen Fraser