There is not much collective security in a flock of sheep on the way to the butcher.

The only guide to a man's conscience, the only shield to his memory is the rectitude and sincerity of his actions.

God alone knows how great it is. All I hope is that it is not too late. I am very much afraid that it is. We can only do our best.

One would have thought that if there was one cause in the world which the Conservative party would have hastened to defend, it would be the cause of the British Empire in India ... Our fight is hard. It will also be long ... But win or lose, we must do our duty. If the British people are to lose their Indian Empire, they shall do so with their eyes open.

For with primacy in power is also joined an awe inspiring accountability to the future.

With opportunity comes responsibility.

Without courage all other virtues lose their meaning.