John Bright quotes

John Bright is a renowned British politician and social reformer of the 19th century. Born in 1811, Bright played a pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of his time, advocating for liberal causes such as universal suffrage, free trade, and peace. His powerful speeches made him a prominent figure in the Anti-Corn Law League, contributing to the repeal of protectionist laws that oppressed the working class. Bright's unwavering dedication to social justice and eloquence in public speaking earned him the epithet of "The Tribune of the People." Today, John Bright's legacy continues to inspire progressive movements worldwide, making him a revered historical figure.

I am for peace, retrenchment and reform, the watchword of the great Liberal Party thirty years ago.

- John Bright

Possibly you are not aware of the fact that the largest sum given by any contributor to the fund is but a trifle when compared with the losses suffered by nearly all the firms in the cotton trade during the disastrous years of the American war.

- John Bright

I. cannot stoop to reply to the folly and the slander of every poor Tory partisan who assails me, and I should not have noticed you but for the fact that you are a member of the House of Commons.

- John Bright

With regard to the ballot, it is worthy of remark that no meeting has been held in favour of Reform at which the ballot has not been strongly insisted upon.

- John Bright

It is sufficient to say, what everybody knows to be true, that the Irish population is Catholic, and that the Protestants, whether of the Episcopalian or Presbyterian Church, or of both united, are a small minority of the Irish people.

- John Bright

If this phrase of the 'balance of power' is to be always an argument for war, the pretext for war will never be wanting, and peace can never be secure.

- John Bright