Richard Nixon actually said...

When I think that the Prime Minister entered politics in 1965 and within 4 years became the head of government, believe me, for one for whom it took 22 long years to get here, we have, sir, for you the greatest respect for that political leadership which you have provided.

Context

Toasts of the President and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada

03/23/1969

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