“But the European Union does not have a concept of national identity. I...” — Roger Scruton Quote

“But the European Union does not have a concept of national identity. It was set up to abolish that idea, not to abolish German national identity because that was trying to save itself.”

“No, I don't think I've ever really favoured English independence. My view is that if the Scots want to be independent then we should aim for the same thing.”

“All political order presupposes a pre-political order, a sense that people belong together. And then, of course, they might seek a contract that embodies their togetherness. But the togetherness has to be there.”

“On Dec. 1, 1948, after the triumph of the revolution, which insured the final victory of the will of the people expressed through elections, President Jose Figueres abolished the army in my country.”

“By liberating women from household work and helping to abolish professions such as domestic service, the washing machine and other household goods completely revolutionised the structure of society.”

“Evolving societal values indicate that the death penalty should be abolished in its entirety.”