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Member of Parliament

Jonathan Aitken, a British politician, was born on August 30, 1942. He served as a Member of Parliament and held significant positions within the Conservative Party in the UK.

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Famous Jonathan Aitken Quotes

“Pride is the deadliest of sins, but I was bursting with pride.”

Sin Pride Bursting

Author:Jonathan Aitken

“If you asked her (Margaret Thatcher) about Sinai, she would probably think it was the plural for sinus.”

Ifs Thinking Sinai Sinuses

Author:Jonathan Aitken

“As far as the physical miseries go, I am sure I will cope. I lived at Eton in the 1950s and I know all about life in uncomfortable quarters.”

Knows Misery Uncomfortable Quarters Eton

Author:Jonathan Aitken

“Breaking a glass in the northwest is rather like belching in Arabia, for it appears to be done as a mark of appreciation or elation.”

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Book:Land of Fortune: A Study of the New Australia

Source: Land of Fortune: A Study of the New Australia

“I personally believe a crucial ingredient in rehabilitation is to admit that you completely screwed up.”

Believe Ingredients Crucial Screwed Up Rehabilitation

Author:Jonathan Aitken

“If you find an Australian indoors, it's a fair bet that he will have a glass in his hand.”

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Book:Land of Fortune: A Study of the New Australia

Source: Land of Fortune: A Study of the New Australia

About the Author

Born: August 30, 1942
Known for: Member of Parliament
Quotes: 6

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