You would have to say of John Howard's government that he…
“You would have to say of John Howard's government that he has tended to go after things with a fair degree of determination, and I would have thought.. I don't see any reason why that should suddenly disappear now that he has control of both houses.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He argues the government will remain determined despite losing control of both houses, implying continuity of policy.
In simple terms: Government will stay determined even after losing power.
Expect policy persistence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative negotiations
- public expectations
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Will determination survive without legislative control?
- How does opposition affect policy?
Determination may wane under pressure.