Betray Quote by Jeremy Corbyn
“I was democratically elected leader of our party for a new kind of politics by 60% of Labour members and supporters, and I will not betray them by resigning. Today's vote on Brexit has no constitutional legitimacy.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labour Party Conference, 2019, Jeremy Corbyn
He refuses to resign, claiming Brexit vote lacks constitutional legitimacy.
In simple terms: He will stay in leadership despite Brexit controversy.
Key Takeaway
Stay committed to your principles.
Themes
politics
leadership
democracy
Brexit
integrity
Mood
defiant
principled
controversial
Type
political
ethical
strategic
When to use this quote
- parliamentary debates
- party leadership
- public trust
- policy making
- electoral legitimacy
Key Concepts
constitutional law
public mandate
political accountability
Questions to Reflect On
- Is staying in office always the best choice?
- How does constitutional legitimacy affect political decisions?
A Different Perspective
Critics argue his stance may polarize voters.
