Quote by Geoff Hoon

I joined the Labour party because I believed in equality, in freedom of speech and in tolerance, compassion and understanding for people, irrespective of their background and views. In whatever I decide to do in the future I will hold to those principles.

I joined the Labour party because I believed in equality, in

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This quote reflects the author's motivation for joining the Labour party, which is centered around core values such as equality, freedom of speech, tolerance, compassion, and understanding. The author expresses a commitment to staying true to these principals in any future endeavors they undertake.

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Equality

By Geoff Hoon

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