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A conservative government survives essentially by dampening expectations and subduing hopes. Conservatism is basically pessimistic; reformism is basically optimistic.

Gough Whitlam

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Author Bio

  • NameGough Whitlam
  • Description21st Prime Minster of Australia
  • AliasesEdward Gough Whitlam; The Honourable Gough Whitlam
  • BornJuly 11, 1916
  • DiedOctober 21, 2014
  • CountryAustralia
  • ProfessionPolitician; Diplomat
  • AwardsCentenary Medal; Order Of Australia