Rogue and Villain and John A. Macdonald

John A. Macdonald: Racist. Drunkard. Rogue and villain. A historical embarrassment. Surely such sharply conflicting characteristics couldn't all be present in one person? , according to Hamilton Spectator. The disagreement is understandable. Statesman. Nation builder. Pioneer of Canadian democracy. Brilliant communicator. As it turns out, yes, they could, and were present in John A. Macdonald, Canada first prime minister and the father of Confederation. Sunday we mark his 200th birthday amid controversy and conflicting claims about his legacy and place in the nation history. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.