Quote by William Hague

When the Lord Chancellor violates the trust of his great office of state to solicit party donations from people whose careers he can control, and then says I'm not sorry, and I'd do it again no wonder the public think that power has gone to their heads.

When the Lord Chancellor violates the trust of his great off

Summary

This quote highlights the concern about the abuse of power by the Lord Chancellor. It suggests that when a high-ranking official betrays the trust and attempts to solicit donations from individuals whose professional lives they hold influence over, and subsequently shows no remorse or willingness to change, it reinforces the perception that those in positions of power have become arrogant and detached from the concerns of the public they serve. This quote criticizes the Lord Chancellor's actions and underscores the erosion of public confidence in those entrusted with the responsibility of governing.

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By William Hague

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