Bob Hawke quotes

Bob Hawke was an Australian statesman and the 23rd Prime Minister of Australia. Renowned for his consensus-driven leadership, he played a key role in major economic and social reforms. He is remembered as one of the country's most popular and influential leaders. Here are 5 of his quotes:

I think it is just stupid economics for a government to approach economic management from a strand of thinking regarding unions as enemies. (Bob Hawke)
Unless and until something concrete is done about addressing the Israeli-Palestinian issue you won't get a real start on the war against terrorism. View quote
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The things which are most important don't always scream the loudest. View quote
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There is no doubt that this government and this country are benefiting from the reforms that we brought in the 1980s, and that couldn't have been done without the co-operation of the trade union movement. View quote
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My point was that the war was intrinsically wrong, and as a result of our participation we haven't improved Australia's security but created a greater danger at home and abroad. View quote
Bob Hawke

Bob Hawke

Occupation: Australian Statesman
Born: December 9, 1929
Died: May 16, 2019
Quotes count: 5

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