Self-denial and self-discipline, however, will be recognized as the outstanding qualities of a good soldier.

Once a nation parts with the control of its credit, it matters not who makes the laws.

I believed the people had a true instinct in most matters of government when left alone. That they were not swayed, as specially favoured individuals were, by personal interest, but rather by a sense of what best served the common good. That they recognized the truth when it was put before them, and that a leader can guide so long as he kept to the right lines. I did not think it was a mark of leadership to try to make the people do what one wanted them to do.

From the outset of the war, the Canadian people have clearly shown that it is their desire to help in every way to make Canadas war effort as effective as possible.

Let it be remembered, too, that at a time of war, nearly every one is under great strain.

Conscription if necessary, but not necessarily conscription.

I really believe my greatest service is in the many unwise steps I prevent.