"As Canadians who proudly demand the equal treatment of minorities, religious freedom, gender equality and basic human rights for its citizens - allowing our political leaders to shamefully ignore these values in the name of business abroad, falls short of the high standard we rightfully set for ourselves."
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Jagmeet Singh, born on January 2, 1979, in Scarborough, Ontario, is a prominent Canadian politician and the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP) since 2017. A trailblazer for diversity and inclusivity in Canadian politics, Singh gained national attention for his progressive stances on social justice, climate action, and healthcare reform. His journey from a law degree to parliamentary leadership epitomizes resilience and determination, inspiring a new generation of leaders. Singh’s legacy is marked by his commitment to equity and community empowerment, shaping the future of Canada's political landscape.
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"It takes courage to love yourself when you've been told your whole life that you're ugly, or dirty, or a terrorist."
Jagmeet Singh
"To me poverty, mental health, and addictions don't sound like criminal justice problems. They sound to me like a social justice problem."
Jagmeet Singh"I hope that I can find the common thread that connects us all and say: We can build a better Canada together."
Jagmeet Singh"I hope I represent a type of politics where we bring people together, where we inspire people - and we do it with this motivation of building a world that's better for everybody."
Jagmeet Singh
"If we have an agreement with a country like Mexico, that doesn't support or protect the rights of workers, that doesn't have the same environmental regulations, how can Canadians ever compete with that jurisdiction?"
Jagmeet Singh"Sikhs were considered the champions of fairness, uplifting people, protecting and defending human rights. Defending equality. So when someone sees a Sikh, the turban identifies a person who's going to stand up for rights, even if you disagree with them. The turban is supposed to be a beacon. That someone who is going to help you out."
Jagmeet Singh