Quote by: Charles Tupper

A privilege may not be a right, but, under the constitution of the country, I do not gather that any broad distinction is drawn between the rights and the privileges that were enjoyed and that were taken away.


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  • NameCharles Tupper
  • Description6th Prime Minister of Canada
  • AliasesSir Charles Tupper, 1st Baronet; Charles, 1st Baronet Tupper
  • BornJuly 2, 1821
  • DiedOctober 30, 1915
  • CountryCanada
  • ProfessionPolitician; Lawyer; Diplomat; Physician
  • AwardsCompanion Of The Order Of The Bath; Knight Grand Cross Of The Order Of St Michael And St George