We have not overthrown the divine right of kings to fall down for the divine right of experts.

Harold Macmillan

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Experts

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Harold Macmillan

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Political speech

Language

English

Time

1950 1950s 20th century

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National leader Politician

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MacMillan, Harold. Speech in Strasbourg. 16 Aug. 1950, Strasbourg, France.

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