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Quotes by Michael Ignatieff
Michael Ignatieff, a distinguished Canadian politician, academic, and author, has left an indelible mark on both the political and intellectual landscapes of Canada. Born on May 12, 1947, in Toronto, he is the grandson of Russian immigrants and grew to become a prominent voice in human rights and international affairs. A graduate of the University of Toronto and Harvard University, Ignatieff’s career spans journalism, teaching, and serving as the leader of the Liberal Party. His legacy embodies a blend of rigorous scholarship and passionate advocacy for democracy and social justice.
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"Patriotism is strong nationalistic feeling for a country whose borders and whose legitimacy and whose ethnic composition is taken for granted."
Michael Ignatieff
"Affirming belief that America is an exceptional nation has become a test of patriotism in American politics."
Michael Ignatieff"Genocide is not just a murderous madness; it is, more deeply, a politics that promises a utopia beyond politics - one people, one land, one truth, the end of difference. Since genocide is a form of political utopia, it remains an enduring temptation in any multiethnic and multicultural society in crisis."
Michael Ignatieff"Politics is a tough game. But would I change places with a trauma nurse in an emergency ward on a busy Saturday night? No way. There are lots of jobs in the world that are tougher than politics. And politicians and people who've done it need to remember that."
Michael Ignatieff