Monday, January 25, 2010

A Leader or Follower? What Makes An Effective Politician?

"In the end, confident and successful politicians lead, rather than simply follow, public opinion. They are not bound by prevailing social attitudes when devising policies, but help to shape them."

Read the January 25th article in Britain's Independent Newspaper to read the full argument.

a) To what extent do you agree with this assertion?
b) Can you develop a similar study with reference to politics in Canada? Use examples to support your position.

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