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2004 Liberal Throne Speech
On February 2, 2004, the federal liberal government of Paul Martin
presented its first Speech from the Throne. The Throne Speech outlines
the government's objects for the next year. In the Speech, the government
stressed social services, the economy and enhancing Canada 's image
abroad. Opposition parties attacked the Speech as a glorified election
platform and mis-recognizing the priorities of Canadians.
This Spotlight examines the 2004 Liberal Throne Speech. Specific
topics include:
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- What is the Throne Speech? Who Gives the Throne Speech? Who Writes
the Throne Speech? Where is the Throne Speech Given? What happens
after the Speech from the Throne is read?
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- Condensed version of the 2004 Throne Speech, with links to the full
text of the Speech
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- Overall themes of Speech, including underlying values, the government's
view of the role of the state, and government priorities.
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- Responses to the Speech from Opposition Parties, Political Institutes
and Think-Tanks, and Societal Groups.
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- List of external and internal links for more information
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