Tony Benn Quotes

A collection of quotes by Tony Benn.

Tony Benn was a prominent British politician and a member of the Labour Party. He served as a Member of Parliament for over 50 years and held various ministerial positions, including Secretary of State for Energy and Secretary of State for Industry. Benn was known for his passionate advocacy of left-wing politics, disarmament, and civil liberties. He was a charismatic speaker and played a crucial role in shaping the Labour Party's policies. Benn's commitment to social justice and democratic principles made him a highly respected figure in British politics. He passed away in 2014, leaving behind a lasting legacy.

When you think of the number of men in the world who hate ea

When you think of the number of men in the world who hate each other, why, when two men love each other, does the church split?

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It's the same each time with progress. First they ignore you

It's the same each time with progress. First they ignore you, then they say you're mad, then dangerous, then there's a pause and then you can't find anyone who disagrees with you.

All war represents a failure of diplomacy.

All war represents a failure of diplomacy.

I did not enter the labor Party forty-seven years ago to hav

I did not enter the labor Party forty-seven years ago to have our manifesto written by Dr. Mori, Dr. Gallup and Mr. Harris.

Most things in life are moments of pleasure and a lifetime o

Most things in life are moments of pleasure and a lifetime of embarrassment; photography is a moment of embarrassment and a lifetime of pleasure.

The House of Lords is the British Outer Mongolia for retired

The House of Lords is the British Outer Mongolia for retired politicians.

We are not just here to manage capitalism but to change soci

We are not just here to manage capitalism but to change society and to define its finer values.

A faith is something you die for, a doctrine is something yo

A faith is something you die for, a doctrine is something you kill for. There is all the difference in the world.