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Exaggeration Quote by Margaret Thatcher

“It is no exaggeration to describe plain English as a fundamental tool of government.” quote by Margaret Thatcher
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“It is no exaggeration to describe plain English as a fundamental tool of government.”

Margaret Thatcher

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Source Speech: House of Commons, 1985

Plain English is essential for transparent and effective governance, ensuring citizens understand policies.

In simple terms: Clear language makes government understandable.

Key Takeaway

Use plain language in official communications.

Themes

government communication transparency

Mood

informative serious

Type

political educational

When to use this quote

  • policy documents
  • public announcements
  • legal forms
  • educational materials

Key Concepts

public policy linguistics democracy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does plain language affect public trust?
  • When is technical jargon unavoidable?
A Different Perspective

Complex issues may still need technical terms.

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