12 Quotes & Sayings By Harold Wilson

Harold Wilson was a British statesman who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1964 to 1976 and 1974 to 1976. He was Leader of the Labour Party and the Leader of the Opposition from 1963 to 1967. He is the only prime minister to have served under three monarchs, Queen Elizabeth II, King George VI, and Queen Elizabeth II. Wilson's premiership also saw the devaluation of the pound sterling in order to boost Britain's competitiveness.

He who rejects change is the architect of decay. The...
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He who rejects change is the architect of decay. The only human institution which rejects progress is the cemetery. Harold Wilson
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One man's wage rise is another man's price increase. Harold Wilson
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I believe the greatest asset a Head of State can have is the ability to get a good night's sleep. Harold Wilson
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In politics a week is a very long time. Harold Wilson
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The office of president requires the constitution of an athlete the patience of a mother the endurance of an early Christian. Harold Wilson
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The monarchy is a labour-intensive industry. Harold Wilson
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One man's wage increase is another man's price increase. Harold Wilson
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If I had the choice between smoked salmon and tinned salmon, I'd have it tinned. With vinegar. Harold Wilson
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I believe the greatest asset a head of state can have is the ability to get a good night's sleep. Harold Wilson
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I'm an optimist, but an optimist who carries a raincoat. Harold Wilson
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A week is a long time in politics. Harold Wilson