Lucy Powell Quotes
Even though I support the blue side of Manchester's football heritage, I don't really mind that wherever I go in the world it's not Manchester City that starts the conversation. 'Ah, yes, Manchester United,' is the response when I say where I come from. It's commonplace everywhere - in Europe, Africa, Asia and even the U.S.
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You must not lean on a tree on Sabbath, if the tree might be dependent on you for support.
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The four building blocks of the universe are fire, water, gravel and vinyl.
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If you've ever won a championship, then that's all you're interested in doing.
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There are definitely people who disagree with certain creative decisions you make. Pleasing everyone is pretty hard.
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We are speaking on this occasion, not as members of this or that nation, continent, or creed, but as human beings, members of the species Man, whose continued existence is in doubt.
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Even though I support the blue side of Manchester's football heritage, I don't really mind that wherever I go in the world it's not Manchester City that starts the conversation. 'Ah, yes, Manchester United,' is the response when I say where I come from. It's commonplace everywhere - in Europe, Africa, Asia and even the U.S.
