Joe Clark is a Canadian politician who served as the 16th Prime Minister of Canada from 1979 to 1980. He was the leader of the Progressive Conservative Party and became the youngest Prime Minister in Canadian history at the age of 39. His government focused on economic issues and reducing government spending. After his time as Prime Minister, Joe Clark continued to be active in politics and public service. He served as a Member of Parliament and held various diplomatic roles, including Canada's representative to the United Nations. Clark is known for his contributions to Canadian politics and his efforts in promoting democracy and international relations.