The noble lord in this case, as in so many others, first destroys his opponent, and then destroys his own position afterwards. The noble lord is the … - Benjamin Disraeli

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The noble lord in this case, as in so many others, first destroys his opponent, and then destroys his own position afterwards. The noble lord is the Prince Rupert of parliamentary discussion: his charge is resistless, but when he returns from the pursuit he always finds his camp in the possession of the enemy.

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About Benjamin Disraeli

Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician, novelist, and essayist, serving twice as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. The anniversary of his death on 19 April is known as Primrose Day.

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Birth Name: Benjamin D'Israeli
Alternative Names: 1st Earl of Beaconsfield Benjamin Disraeli Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield Disraeli Benjamin Disraeli, Earl of Beaconsfield Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield, Viscount Hughenden of Hughenden Disraeli Dizzy Lord Beaconsfield
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