"I am not leaving politics. I am leaving politicians."

Agnes Macphail (1890 - 1954)
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About Agnes Macphail

Agnes Macphail was a Canadian politician and the first woman elected to the Canadian House of Commons. She was known for her activism in improving prison conditions, workers' rights, and rural education. Macphail was a member of the Progressive Party and later the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation, advocating for social and economic reforms. Her dedication to social justice and equality made her a pioneering figure in Canadian politics.

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