I went to Oxford University - but I've never let that hold me back.

Socialists don't like ordinary people choosing, for they might not choose Socialism.

Object to merit and distinction, and you're setting your face against quality, independence, originality, genius against all the richness and variety of life. When you hold back the successful, you penalize those who need help.

People think that at the top there isn't much room. They tend to think of it as an Everest. My message is that there is tons of room at the top.

I'm not a good butcher but I've had to learn to carve the joint. People expect a new look.

If you want to cut your own throat, don't come to me for a bandage.

All attempts to destroy democracy by terrorism will fail. It must be business as usual.