I believe that Canadians have the common sense to see that a better future cannot be built on fragmentation.

Quebecers have rarely in their history been better represented than they are right now - at the highest levels of the federal government.

I know Quebecers don't want to relive old battles; they prefer to build for the future.

Canadians want to see real hope restored, not false hopes raised.

I'd be prouder still to say I was Canada's 10th woman prime minister.

[When criticized for appearing bare-shouldered Madonna-like at a banquet:] A comparison between Madonna and me is a comparison between a strapless evening gown and a gownless evening strap.

Canada is the homeland of equality, justice and tolerance.