Here are some excerpts from the actual text of the speech Prime Minister Harper gave today to graduates of a basic infantry soldier course at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright:
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That is the type of military all Canadians can be proud of — the military that you are joining.
I see that the Taliban has said publicly they don’t think we have the stomach to stay in Afghanistan.
I hear there are some in this country who believe our commitments are not worth sacrifice.
But I know you think differently.
You are soldiers. Citizens. Leaders.
Leaders don’t sit in the bleachers.
Leaders don’t carp from the sidelines.
Leaders don’t cut and run at the first sign of trouble.
Leaders stand for values.
Leaders see the mission through.
Leaders succeed – as our Canadian military always has and, as the carriers of that legacy, so will you.
Conclusion
In closing, I would like to congratulate all the graduates in attendance today.
As previous graduates will tell you, it is an honour to serve one’s country.
I have no doubt that, like those generations of soldiers who came before, you will continue to stand up for Canada’s interests and Canada’s values at home and abroad with resolve and courage.
I, like all Canadians, look forward to great things from you in the years to come.
Thank you.
God bless Canada.
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