Quote by Kenneth Robert Livingstone

I came into politics because I wished to change things. You can't do that by lying to people you have to educate, and persuade, and carry them with you - and it's often a long haul.

I came into politics because I wished to change things. You

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This quote emphasizes the speaker's motivation for getting involved in politics in order to bring about changes. The message suggests that honesty is crucial, as misleading or lying to people will not lead to progress. Instead, the speaker highlights the importance of educating, persuading, and taking people along on the journey of change, even if it requires a considerable amount of time and effort.

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