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“The quicker we get rid of the lobby system the better for all of us. I don't think in this day and age it is tenable to have these nods and winks, and on-the-record and off-the-record briefings.” quote by Charles Kennedy
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“The quicker we get rid of the lobby system the better for all of us. I don't think in this day and age it is tenable to have these nods and winks, and on-the-record and off-the-record briefings.”

Charles Kennedy

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Advocates removing informal political lobbying to increase transparency and fairness in governance.

In simple terms: Eliminate secret lobbying for fairness.

Key Takeaway

Demand open, accountable decision‑making.

Themes

politics transparency accountability reform

Mood

critical determined hopeful

Type

political reform

When to use this quote

  • legislative sessions
  • policy negotiations
  • government contracts
  • public consultations

Key Concepts

lobbying institutional integrity public trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance necessary expertise with openness?
  • What safeguards replace informal influence?
A Different Perspective

Political realities often involve informal networks that are hard to eradicate completely.

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