The following excerpt is from Freedom Fighter: John Diefenbaker’s Battle for Canadian Liberties and Independence by Bob Plamondon, published by the Aristotle Foundation for Public Policy.

All through Canada’s eight-week election campaign, Conservative Prime Minister John Diefenbaker and Liberal Leader Lester Pearson were politicians in search of an issue. The crowds turned out in ...

Jamie Sarkonak speaks with author Bob Plamondon about former prime minister John Diefenbaker You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. (Watch the ...

American interference in Canadian elections? National Post’s Jamie Sarkonak speaks with Bob Plamondon, author of “Freedom Fighter: John Diefenbaker’s Battle for Canadian Liberties and Independence,” ...