“The mood and temper of the public in regard to the treatment of crime and criminals is one of the most unfailing tests of the civilisation of any country.” — Sir Winston Churchill, Speech in the House of Commons (20 July 1910)
Tag: Sir Winston Churchill
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“Truth is incontrovertible. Panic may resent it, ignorance may deride it, malice may distort it, but there it is.” — Sir Winston Churchill, “Royal Assent,” Speech in the House of Commons (1916-05-17)
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“Everyone is in favour of free speech. Hardly a day passes without its being extolled, but some people’s idea of it is that they are free to say what they like, but if anyone says anything back, that is an outrage.” — Sir Winston Churchill, Speech in Parliament (1943-10-13)
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“I am an optimist — it does not seem to be much use being anything else.” — Sir Winston Churchill
“I am an optimist — it does not seem to be much use being anything else.” — Sir Winston Churchill, Speech at the Lord Mayor’s banquet in London (November 9, 1954)
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“I am always ready to learn, although I do not always like being taught.” — Sir Winston Churchill, Debate on the Address, House of Commons (1952-11-04)