Over here Tony Blair, who must address the House of Commons, which is like Congress with a two-drink minimum. They yell shit back! 'I believe my worthy opponent-' 'OH FUCK OFF! Shite! Bollocks, you bastards! Fuck you!' 'Will someone remove Mrs. Thatcher from the chamber please?'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker compares the British parliament to a chaotic American legislative body with low decorum.
- In plain terms
- British politicians yell at each other like Americans at a bar.
- What can you take from it?
- Formal settings can devolve into uncivil shouting.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should legislatures be more civil?
- How does culture affect politics?
Another view
The comparison oversimplifies both systems for comedic effect.
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