When will Labour learn that you cannot build Jerusalem in Brussels.
Margaret ThatcherRead
We weren't getting a fair deal on the budget and I wasn't going to have it. There's a great strand of equity and fairness in the British people - this is our characteristic. There's not a strand of equity and fairness in Europe - they're out to get as much as they can. That's one of those enormous differences. So I tackled it on that basis.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Margaret Thatcher emphasizes the importance of fairness and equity in negotiations, contrasting British values with those of Europe.
In this quote, Margaret Thatcher expresses her belief that the British people hold a strong sense of fairness and equity when it comes to financial and political dealings. She contrasts this characteristic with what she perceives as a more self-interested attitude prevalent in Europe, indicating her determination to advocate for a fairer budget that reflects British values. This perspective highlights her commitment to ensuring that the interests of her nation are prioritized in international negotiations.
Themes
FairnessEquityNegotiationValuesPolitics
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on economic policy where fairness in budget allocations is discussed.
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