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Brigands and Imbeciles

By John Bright

John Bright dismissed fears that digging a tunnel under the English Channel would encourage a French invasion.

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Posted November 17 2023

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The Best Man for the Job

By John Bright

The Victorian working man had John Bright’s respect and unwavering support, but he could expect no special favours.

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Posted November 13 2022

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Economic Illiteracy

By John Bright

If Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli really wanted a better-educated public, he must tackle the high cost of living.

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Posted October 23 2022

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The Friendship of Trade

By John Bright

As Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli stoked fears of Russian aggression, John Bright said that Russia was only threatening when she felt threatened.

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Posted May 29 2022

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The Duties of Government

By John Bright

John Bright told his Birmingham constituents that if Britain was indeed a great nation, it was because her public was contented and not because her empire was wide.

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Posted August 16 2021

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International Intermeddling

By John Bright

John Bright asked the people of Birmingham to spread the word that a great nation, like any good citizen and neighbour, does not meddle officiously in the affairs of others.

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Posted August 16 2021

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