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“I have three children. A son, a daughter, and HS2.” quote by Andrew Adonis, Baron Adonis
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“I have three children. A son, a daughter, and HS2.”

Andrew Adonis, Baron Adonis

About This Quote

Source Speech: UK Parliament, 2020

He humorously lists his children, including the HS2 project, likening it to a family member.

In simple terms: HS2 is joked as a child.

Key Takeaway

Treat infrastructure with familial care.

Themes

family infrastructure humor politics

Mood

lighthearted political

Type

policy personal

When to use this quote

  • budget planning
  • public debates
  • family gatherings

Key Concepts

public policy national projects personal metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humor affect public perception of policy?
  • What responsibilities come with 'parenting' a project?
A Different Perspective

Infrastructure projects can cause division.

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