Best country Quote by Margaret Thatcher
“I have very strong views about Europe. We're quite the best country. We rescued them. We're not going to get entangled with them. We've got to keep our own independence. Is that clear?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Conservative Party Conference, 1982
The speaker asserts that Europe is dependent on Britain, emphasizing the need for British independence and cautioning against entanglement with European affairs.
In simple terms: Britain should stay independent from Europe.
Key Takeaway
Guard national sovereignty.
Themes
politics
independence
Europe
Mood
assertive
defensive
Type
political
strategic
When to use this quote
- parliamentary debate
- policy formulation
- public statements
Key Concepts
Sovereignty
foreign policy
national interest
Questions to Reflect On
- Is isolationism beneficial for the UK?
- What are the risks of disengaging from Europe?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate economic interdependence.
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