Ottawa media like former prime minister Jean Chrétien’s schtick
He is delightfully quotable and makes good copy, in reporters' jargon. Journalists have always been an appreciative audience, and Chrétien returned the favour by repeating the same shtick over and over at his recent press conference.
He seemed wistful his last days in office. On Sept. 18, 2003, Jean Chrétien stood outside Ottawa's Laurier House museum, former home of Canada's seventh Prime Minister. He was lost in thought. "History won't remember me well," Chrétien sighed to a reporter. It was a rare, unscripted...
SPONSORED CONTENT
Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter
Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.
By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy
