Harper breaks into song after announcing first official trip to Israel

By News on the Net —— Bio and Archives December 2, 2013

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TORONTO - Prime Minister Stephen Harper basked in the glow of support from members of Canada's Jewish community on Sunday, announcing a first-ever trip to Israel next year and then breaking into song at a gala fundraising dinner.

Hundreds of kilometres away from the battle-like atmosphere of Parliament Hill where the Senate scandal rages on, Harper was clearly relaxed and comfortable enough at the Jewish National Association dinner to belt out his own rendition of the Who's "The Seeker" and a string of other classic songs.

But first, he announced an official visit to Israel, as well as Jordan and the Palestinian Authority. More...