Lucy Powell Quotes
Even though I support the blue side of Manchester's football heritage, I don't really mind that wherever I go in the world it's not Manchester City that starts the conversation. 'Ah, yes, Manchester United,' is the response when I say where I come from. It's commonplace everywhere - in Europe, Africa, Asia and even the U.S.
Topics
Regional Pride
Rivalry, Rivals & Rivalry
Soccer
Manchester United
Cultural Significance
Football Club
Football Culture
Football Fanaticism
Football Heritage
Football Identity
Football Loyalty
Football Traditions
Global Reach
Global Recognition
Local Pride
Manchester United Fans
Sports Culture
Sports Loyalty
Team Identity
Citations
Powell, Lucy. "The Manchester brand." The Guardian, 12 May 2008.
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Lucy Maria Powell is a British Labour and Co-operative politician who has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Manchester Central since winning the seat at a by-election in November 2012. Since April 2020 she has also served as Shadow Minister for Business and Consumers.