A common language is the most obvious binding element in any society.

- Michael Howard

We're not saying, 'We're politicians, trust us.' We know you don't trust us.

- Michael Howard

I will never stand again for the leadership of the Conservative Party.

- Michael Howard

There is only one opinion poll that I am interested in and that is the one that will take place on election day.

- Michael Howard

Let us be clear. Prison works. It ensures that we are protected from murderers, muggers and rapists, and it makes many who are tempted to commit crim…

- Michael Howard

So long as the international community consists of sovereign states, war between them remains a possibility, of which all governments have to take re…

- Michael Howard

The important thing when you are going to do something brave is to have someone on hand to witness it.

- Michael Howard

I believe abortion should be available to everyone, but the law should be changed. In the past I voted for a restriction to 22 weeks, and I would be …

- Michael Howard

I make no apologies for any inconsistencies or contradictions in my essays. Those who do not change their minds in the course of a decade have probab…

- Michael Howard