I don't condone it - but I don't feel embarrassed, because I have done nothing wrong myself. [his grandfather might have entered Britain as an illegal immigrant]
Michael Howard quote What is Parliament for if it is not to be a means to make ministers accountable for the services for which they are responsible?
Michael Howard quote Since the beginning of this year - election year - we've been making the political weather.
So far this year they have compared me to Fagin, to Shylock and to a flying pig. This morning Peter Hain even called me a mongrel.
Michael Howard quote I believe abortion should be available to everyone, but the law should be changed. In the past I voted for a restriction to 22 weeks and I would be prepared to go down to 20.
Michael Howard quote People claim it's racist to raise this issue. It is not. It has nothing to do with race. It's about standing up for the right values [on illegal traveller and gypsy camps]
Michael Howard quote Are you thinking what we're thinking? [Tory party slogan, 2005]
Michael Howard quote Tony Blair is already secretly grinning at the prospect of his third victory. You don't have to settle for that.
Michael Howard quote It is wonderful news. I send them my warmest congratulations [to the Kennedys on their first child]
Michael Howard quote Biography
Leader of the Conservative Party who took over from the quiet man, Iain Duncan Something-Or-Other