Woodrow Lyle Wyatt, Baron Wyatt of Weeford (1918–97) was a British journalist, politician, and author, renowned for his insightful commentary on political and social issues. He was close to the Queen Mother, Margaret Thatcher, and Rupert Murdoch. For the last twenty years of his life, he served as chairman of the state betting organization The Tote.
Born in 1918 in the industrial town of Wigan, England, he began his career in journalism, contributing to various publications, including the Daily Mirror, where he gained prominence for his incisive analysis.
Wyatt served as a Member of Parliament (MP) for the Labour Party 1945–50, later becoming a key figure in the Conservative Party. He was a staunch supporter of free-market policies and was known for his advocacy of nuclear disarmament. His political views often placed him at odds with party lines, making him a controversial figure.
Among his notable publications is The Man Who Knew Too Much (1971,) which explores the political landscape of the time. He also authored The Shadow of the Bomb (1983,) reflecting on the implications of nuclear weapons. In addition to his books, Wyatt was a familiar face on British television, known for his engaging debates and discussions on current affairs.
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If we’re not enthusiastic, we can’t get things done. If we’re over-enthusiastic, we run into the danger of being fanatical.
—Woodrow Wyatt
Topics: Enthusiasm
A man falls in love through his eyes, a woman through her ears.
—Woodrow Wyatt
Topics: Love, Women
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