“Many argue that graduates earn a 'premium' because of their education,...” — John McDonnell Quote

“Many argue that graduates earn a 'premium' because of their education, and should have to pay their way. I agree, and that's why I've always advocated a progressive taxation system - so if people do receive large salaries, they pay more income tax.”

“The plundering for profit of the world's natural resources has threatened the very sustainability of the planet.”

“How many times have we seen politicians in office become cut off from the outside world and become unaware that the world has moved on?”

“Poor people cannot rely on the government to come to help you in times of need. You have to get your education. Then nobody can control your destiny.”

“I think technical education and vocational skills and having a trade mean something.”

“The main part of intellectual education is not the acquisition of facts, but learning how to make facts live.”