Quote by A. N. Wilson

In the past, I used to counter any such notions by asking myself: 'Would you really want President Hattersley?' I now find that possibility rather cheers me up. With his chubby, Dickensian features and his knowledge of T.H. Green and other harmless leftish political classics, Hattersley might not be such a bad thing after all.

In the past, I used to counter any such notions by asking my

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The quote expresses a changing perspective regarding former doubts about having someone like President Hattersley. Initially, the idea of Hattersley, with his appearance and affinity for leftish political readings, seemed undesirable. However, the speaker now finds solace in the possibility, finding Hattersley's chubby, Dickensian features and knowledge of harmless leftish classics somewhat appealing. The quote suggests a shift in perception, where Hattersley's hypothetical presidency is seen as potentially more positive than previously believed.

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