Quote by Louise Mensch

I stood for parliament with the amazing support and help of my ex-husband, but it's not something that was handed to me like a peerage. I worked hard and was elected. So my achievements, such as they are, are my own.

I stood for parliament with the amazing support and help of

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This quote emphasizes the speaker's independent spirit and her refusal to rely on privileges or favors. Despite receiving some support from her ex-husband during her political campaign, she highlights that her success in being elected to parliament was solely due to her own efforts and hard work. By disassociating herself from the notion of entitlement and highlighting her personal achievements, she asserts her individual agency and determination in pursuing her aspirations.

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