What is right for the family is right for Britain.

I will not stagger from expedient to expedient.

Good Conservatives always pay their bills. And on time. Not like the Socialists who run up other people's bills.

We do not believe that if you cut back what government does you diminish its authority. On the contrary, a government that did less, and therefore did better, would strengthen its authority.

I started out in life with two great advantages: No money and good parents.

Please don't use the word tough. People might get the impression that I don't care. And I do care, very deeply. Resilient, I think.

There is much to be said for trying to improve some disadvantaged people’s lot. There is nothing to be said for trying to create heaven on earth.