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Interview with the Canadian and American Ambassadors.(David H. Wilkins and Michael Wilson)(Interview)
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Canadian Parliamentary Review
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March 22, 2008
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The United States and Canada share not only a long border but their histories, economies, societies and interests are intertwined. At the centre of the relationship are the Ambassadors of the two countries, David H. Wilkins and Michael Wilson. They were interviewed separately in January 2008. Their thoughts on the various issues have been combined into a single interview.
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What previous experiences were most useful in preparing for your present position?
Ambassador Wilkins: I served 25 years in the South Carolina House of Representatives as an elected member--11 of those years as speaker of the House. I was on the ballot 13 times and know what it is like ...
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