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The labour party is like a stage-coach. If you rattle…

“The labour party is like a stage-coach. If you rattle along at great speed everybody inside is too exhilarated or too seasick to cause any trouble. But if you stop everybody gets out and argues about where to go next.” quote by Harold Wilson
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“The labour party is like a stage-coach. If you rattle along at great speed everybody inside is too exhilarated or too seasick to cause any trouble. But if you stop everybody gets out and argues about where to go next.”

Harold Wilson

About This Quote

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

Political parties can become chaotic when moving fast, but stopping leads to debate and direction‑setting.

In simple terms: Fast movement causes chaos; stopping prompts discussion.

Key Takeaway

Balance momentum with reflective decision‑making.

Themes

politics leadership decisionmaking

Mood

critical strategic

Type

political analytical

When to use this quote

  • campaigns
  • organizational meetings
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

group dynamics policy strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can a party maintain energy without losing focus?
  • When should a group pause to reassess?
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