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JFK and wife Jackie visit Ottawa
He is the most important leader in the world. And even though the country may not always like what they hear, when the president of the United States comes to Ottawa, Canada listens. From Franklin Roosevelt to Bill Clinton, U.S. presidents have been given the honour of addressing Canada's Parliament. Sometimes their speeches draw warm ovations; others are met by catcalls and anger. But over time, each presidential message has been an important indicator of the goodwill — and the problems — facing these neighbours.
Program: CBC Television News
Broadcast Date: May 18, 1961
Anchor: Byng Whitteker
Duration: 2:10
Last updated: February 10, 2012
Page consulted on March 22, 2013
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