96 Quotes by Malcolm Turnbull

The proliferation of outlets that digital technology has enabled has itself contributed to the changing nature of what we regard as ‘news’ and the way in which many citizens perceive politics.

You’ve got to remember that it’s a two horse race. So when the Government is doing badly the Opposition is doing better and vice versa.

I’ve been around in public life for a long time. I think people know what I stand for. They know that I have strong convictions, committed principles and I’m prepared to stand up for them.

Mitt Romney speaking to a $50,000-a-plate Republican fundraiser says he doesn’t have to worry about the 47 per cent of Americans who don’t pay tax. He was not counting on the smart phone recording his speech and then posting it on YouTube.

The only reason to be in politics is public service. There’s no other reason. Frankly, if that’s the best job you can get in terms of money, that’s too bad, you know. Because frankly, it’s not well paid, everyone knows that. So for most people it’s a big sacrifice.

Nobody looks at opinion polls with more attention than politicians, but of course you’ve got to remember that a single poll is a snapshot in time.

Everyone’s got different views. I think you’re better off staying within the party and prosecuting those views than stepping out of it.

It’s really corny to say, but if you are happily married and have good kids, that is about 98 per cent of what you should be seeking to achieve.

I believe politicians should aim to be accurate and truthful in what they say at all times. You can be truthful and inaccurate but what you shouldn’t be doing at any time is saying things that are untrue or making commitments that you have no intention of honouring.