It is... Time to get back to basics: to self-discipline and respect for the law, to consideration for others, to accepting responsibility for yourself and your family, and not shuffling it off on the state.

John Major

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Personal responsibility Politics

Author

John Major

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Political speech

Language

English

Time

1993 1990s 20th century

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National leader Politician

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Major, John. Speech at the Conservative Party Conference. Conservative Pary Conference. 8 Oct. 1993, Blackpool, Lancashire, England, UK.

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