Elevation Quote by Margaret Thatcher
“I calculate that I was responsible for proposing the elevation to the Lords of some 214 of its present numbers.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: House of Commons, 1975, UK
She claims responsibility for increasing the number of Lords to 214.
In simple terms: She says she helped raise the Lords' count.
Recognize the impact of political decisions.
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Type
When to use this quote
- parliamentary debates
- policy analysis
- historical research
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How did this change affect the House?
- What were the motivations?
May overlook broader political context.