I want for myself what I want for other women, absolute equality.

Patriotism is not dying for one's country, it is living for one's country. And for humanity. Perhaps that is not as romantic, but it's better.

Do not rely completely on any other human being, however dear. We meet all life's greatest tests alone.

I suggest that there is a splendid way out of the difficulty of marriage, and that is my way - stay out.

When I first came to the House of Commons and walked out into the lobby, men sprang to their feet. I asked them to sit down since I'd come to walk around. I didn't want them doing me favours.

I want for myself what I want for other women, absolute equality.

Most of the women who have offered themselves for public office over the years have done so, I believe, more because of the 'dirt' than in spite of it.