I was determined that no ...

I was determined that no British government should be brought down by the action of two tarts.
I was determined that no British government should be brought down by the action of two tarts.
 Harold MacMillan

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Quotes from the same author

No man succeeds without a good woman behind him. Wife or mother, if it is both, he is twice blessed indeed.
 Harold MacMillan
The only quality needed for an MP is the ability to write a good letter.
 Harold MacMillan
We believe that unless we give opportunity to the strong and able, we shall never have the means to provide real protection for the weak and the old.
 Harold MacMillan
I will not be able to carry the physical burden of leading the Party at the next general election. I hope it will soon be possible for the customary processes of consultation to be carried on within the Party about its future leadership.
 Harold MacMillan
Power? It's like a Dead Sea fruit. When you achieve it, there is nothing there.
 Harold MacMillan