“It wouldn't be possible because there aren't enough airports for all the men who'd want to flee the country.”

—  Harriet Harman

Regarding her possibility of becoming Prime Minister, during Prime Minister's Questions, August, 2008. Link to the video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bG64EwwmO90.

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