Mike Harris

Canadian politician, 22nd Premier of Ontario

Mike Harris - Leaders & Politicians born January 23rd, 1945
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Served as the 22nd Premier of Ontario from 1995 to 2002. Focused on fiscal policies and reducing government spending during tenure. Led the Progressive Conservative Party to a significant majority in the 1995 provincial election. Implemented the Common Sense Revolution program, which aimed at tax cuts and welfare reform.

Implemented the Common Sense Revolution

Reduced government spending

Won the 1995 provincial election

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