When was John Ralston Saul born?

John Ralston Saul was born on 19 June 1947 in Ottawa.

What positions has John Ralston Saul held?

Positions held by John Ralston Saul include: president (2009–2015).

Where did John Ralston Saul study?

John Ralston Saul was educated at McGill University, King's College London, Oakville Trafalgar High School.

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John Ralston Saul

Canadian writer, International PEN president and public intellectual

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John Ralston Saul is a Canadian writer, political philosopher, and public intellectual. Saul is most widely known for his writings on the nature of individualism, citizenship and the public good; the failures of manager-led societies; the confusion between leadership and managerialism; military strategy, in particular irregular warfare; the role of freedom of speech and culture; and critiques of the prevailing economic paradigm. He is a champion of freedom of expression and was the International President of PEN International, an association of writers. Saul is the co-founder and co-chair of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, a national charity promoting the inclusion of new citizens. He is also the co-founder and co-chair of 6 Degrees, the global forum for inclusion. Saul is also the husband to the former governor general Adrienne Clarkson, making him the Viceregal consort of Canada during most of her service (1999–2005).

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Born: 19 June 1947 wd
Place of birth: Ottawa wd
Citizenship: Canada wd
Occupation: opinion journalist, columnist, writer, philosopher, investment banker, politician wd
Education: McGill University, King's College London, Oakville Trafalgar High School wd
Spouse: Adrienne Clarkson wd
Official website: johnralstonsaul.com wd
Social media: X (Twitter) · YouTube wd

Positions held wd

president (2009–2015)

Awards wd

Companion of the Order of Canada (1999)
Order of Ontario
Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (1996)
Governor General's Award for English-language non-fiction (1996)
Manhae Prize (2010)
Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal (2002)
Honorary doctor of the University of Ottawa
Gordon Montador Award

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When was John Ralston Saul born?: John Ralston Saul was born on 19 June 1947 in Ottawa.
What positions has John Ralston Saul held?: Positions held by John Ralston Saul include: president (2009–2015).
Where did John Ralston Saul study?: John Ralston Saul was educated at McGill University, King's College London, Oakville Trafalgar High School.

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