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“On banks, I make no apology for attacking spivs and gamblers who did more harm to the British economy than Bob Crow could achieve in his wildest Trotskyite fantasies, while paying themselves outrageous bonuses underwritten by the taxpayer. There is much public anger about banks and it is well…” quote by Vince Cable
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“On banks, I make no apology for attacking spivs and gamblers who did more harm to the British economy than Bob Crow could achieve in his wildest Trotskyite fantasies, while paying themselves outrageous bonuses underwritten by the taxpayer. There is much public anger about banks and it is well deserved.”

Vince Cable

About This Quote

Source Speech: House of Commons, 2015

Banks cause harm through risky behavior and taxpayer‑funded bonuses, justifying public anger.

In simple terms: Banks damage economy and cost taxpayers.

Key Takeaway

Demand accountability and fair regulation.

Themes

finance public trust inequality regulation taxpayer

Mood

critical urgent

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • policy reform
  • public advocacy
  • financial literacy
  • media commentary

Key Concepts

Political economy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What reforms could reduce bank excesses?
  • How can public anger be channeled product?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex financial systems.

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