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" I grew up in a strong family; we had strong family bonds. "

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" In my estimation, there should always be a mixture of economic liberalism - which means small government, a great emphasis on markets - but also a certain degree of social conservatism, not to favor change unless that change is beneficial. So I describe myself as an economic liberal and a social conservative. "

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" The goal of Australian foreign policy should be to promote the maximum harmony between the U.S. and China. "

" I think I'm seen as trustworthy. I'm seen as having determination and persistence, and I'm seen as having a capacity to reach achievable answers to difficult issues. "

" I'm direct, I'm unpretentious and I'm pretty dogged, and I hope I've got a capacity to laugh at myself and not take myself too seriously. "

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" I have absolutely no difficulty myself with the playing of God Save the Queen in the presence of Her Majesty. "

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" Australia will always be closer to the U.S. than she is to China because our values and political traditions are much closer. "

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" You can't fatten the pig on market day. "

" I'm all for it. In these days, regional marketing is the only way to survive. "

" I thank all of those who weren't born in this country for coming here and making a contribution to Australia. We are the least discriminatory country in the world, in my view. "

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" This is appalling. The idea that a person could be punished because of their religious belief and the idea they might be executed is just beyond belief. "