Erm, yes it did. His reputation was completely trashed and any hopes of an afterglow respected elder statesman type existence incinerated. I think its fair to say he will not have taken this lightly … (View Post)

I think he's a bit like Reagan. Instinctively knows what he wants so he doesn't agonise over decision-making. And lets his team get on with it. 50 years experience at the top helps as well. Has seen … (View Post)

What is dismaying about Trump is how energetic he is. Not much sign of him slowing down. And little evidence of physical frailty. He seems energised by crowds and campaigning. So I dont think being a… (View Post)

Reading Tony Benn's diaries. He matter-of-factly reports that while visiting the US in his capacity as a cabinet minister in April 1970 he appeared on the David Frost Show. Fellow guests: Noel Coward… (View Post)

There's also the Humza factor. How relatable is he in places like Dumfries & Galloway or the farmers, fisherfolk and oil & gas men of Banff & Buchan? (View Post)