Arthur Meighen vs Devan Nair

As a senior minister in Borden's Unionist government, Meighen played a key role in implementing conscription and the War Measures Act. His actions were controversial and deeply divided the country along linguistic lines.

Meighen became Prime Minister of Canada after the resignation of Sir Robert Borden. His first term lasted only until 1921, as his Conservative government was defeated in the general election by Mackenzie King's Liberals.

As Prime Minister, Meighen's government passed the Chinese Immigration Act, which effectively banned all Chinese immigration to Canada. The act was a major piece of discriminatory legislation that remained in force until 1947.

Meighen served a second brief term as Prime Minister after the King-Byng Affair, when Governor General Lord Byng refused Prime Minister Mackenzie King's request for a dissolution of parliament. Meighen's government lasted only three months before being defeated in the House of Commons.

Nair was a key figure in the labor movement and co-founded the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) in 1961. He served as its secretary-general, advocating for workers' rights and industrial harmony.

Nair was elected as the Member of Parliament for Anson constituency in 1979 under the PAP. He served until his election as President, representing the constituency in Parliament.

Devan Nair was elected as the third President of Singapore by Parliament in October 1981. He succeeded Benjamin Sheares and served as a ceremonial head of state until 1985.

Nair resigned as President in March 1985 following allegations of alcoholism and inappropriate behavior. His resignation was accepted by Parliament, and he left Singapore shortly after, living in exile in the United States.