"Governments that block the aspirations of their people, that steal or are corrupt, that oppress and torture or that deny freedom of expression and human rights should bear in mind that they will find it increasingly hard to escape the judgement of their own people, or where warranted, the reach of international law."
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William Hague, born on March 26, 1961, in Rotherham, England, is a prominent British politician, author, and statesman. A member of the Conservative Party, Hague served as the Leader of the Opposition from 1997 to 2001 and later held the position of Foreign Secretary from 2010 to 2015. His legacy is marked by his eloquence, commitment to public service, and strategic insights into international relations. Beyond politics, Hague is also an acclaimed author, reflecting on his experiences and the evolving landscape of British politics.
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"You can gain in your effectiveness as a politician from a wide acquaintance with the world and from a degree of independence that having some outside interests gives."
William Hague"Spending only what the country can afford, rewarding savings, encouraging independence, supporting marriage: people know that these things are common sense."
William Hague"When we have a Deputy Prime Minister who tells people not to drive cars but has two Jags himself, and where the Minister who tells people not to have two homes turns out to have nine himself no wonder the public believe politicians are hypocrites."
William Hague"Let's not be afraid to speak the common sense truth: you can't have high standards without good discipline."
William Hague"People feel that the EU is a one-way process, a great machine that sucks up decision-making from national parliaments to the European level until everything is decided by the EU. That needs to change."
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