Michael G. Basha (20 January 1896 – 26 November 1976) was a

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businessman, manufacturer, and

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. Born in

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, he was summoned to the Canadian Senate in 1951 and represented the senatorial division of West Coast, Newfoundland and Labrador. A

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, he resigned in November 1976 shortly before his death. Basha is considered the first Arab politician to be appointed to the Canadian Senate. He is also one of the first Arab politicians in Canadian history.

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* 1896 births 1976 deaths Canadian senators from Newfoundland and Labrador Lebanese emigrants to Canada Canadian people of Lebanese descent Lebanese people in Newfoundland and Labrador {{NewfoundlandandLabrador-politician-stub

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