There once was a demographic survey done to determine if money was connected to happiness and Ireland was the only place where this did not turn out to be true.

I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition.

What we feel and think and are is to a great extent determined by the state of our ductless glands and viscera.

As the prospect of a Tory government gets nearer many traditional Labour voters - some who switched away in recent times and many who stayed at home - seem more determined to prevent that happening.

I was determined that no British government should be brought down by the action of two tarts.

The government for example has determined that black people (somehow) have fewer abilities than white people and so must be given certain preferences. Anyone acquainted with both black and white people knows this assessment is not only absurd but monstrous. And yet it is the law.

It is not the constitutional prerogative of the Government to determine needs.

But I think it's up to a local congregation to determine whether or not a marriage should be blessed of God. And it shouldn't be up to the government.

We believe a renewed commitment to limited government will unshackle our economy and create millions of new jobs and opportunities for all people of every background to succeed and prosper. Under this approach the spirit of initiative - not political clout - determines who succeeds.

It's a very sobering feeling to be up in space and realize that one's safety factor was determined by the lowest bidder on a government contract.