The honest truth is that if this government were to propose the massacre of the first-born, it would still have no difficulty in getting it through the Commons.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that the government could easily get even the most terrible and unethical proposal, like killing innocent children, approved by Parliament. It implies that the government has a lot of power and control over the political process, and can often pass laws and policies that most people would find morally wrong or unacceptable.
About Diane Abbott
Diane Abbott is a long-serving Labour Party politician in the UK, known for being the first black woman elected to parliament. She has had a varied career, including roles in the Shadow Cabinet, and has been a vocal critic of some New Labour policies. Recently, her comments on racism have led to some controversy within the Labour Party.
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The honest truth is that if this government were to propose the massacre of the first-born, it would still have no difficulty in getting it through the Commons.
British Labour Party MP for Hackney North and Stoke Newington (born 1953)