“I think the record shows that as Speaker, I have taken the lead in cleaning up politics.”
Quote by John Bercow
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John Bercow
John Bercow is a British politician who served as the Speaker of the House of Commons. Born on January 19, 1963, in London, he graduated from the University of Oxford. He was first elected as a Member of Parliament in 1997, representing the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency. During his tenure as Speaker, Bercow was known for his efforts to promote parliamentary democracy and transparency, and for his wit and humor in debates. more
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