Not a fan of Tony Abbott.. he's said that climate change doesn't exist and doesn't have the most progressive social policies. Malcolm Turnbull would be a way better Leader of the Opposition in Australia
To be honest, I have to disagree with DC on this one - there is a balance between press freedom and fair journalism that doesn't victimise people like the Dowlers: and Leveson's proposals do hold that balance well.
Most people commenting probably haven't read his report and keep banging on about 'press freedom', using it as the only counter-argument
A shift to the Right would kill all chances of winning in 2015... we would lose more votes from the centre ground than we'd gain from UKIP - Cameron is sensible not to make the mistake that his post-97 predecessors made.
I'm a bit worried by our candidate in Eastleigh. She opposes abortion, equal marriage and has made some pretty dodgy comments about state education.
Though I hope that the seat is added to our long list of Conservative seats in the south and though I think she'll be a good local voice - I don't reckon her views on national issues are terribly well-informed.
Extending marriage to more couples will strengthen families with two mums and two dads. The Bill also protects freedom of religion. The Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill could not be more conservative on principle: it is pro-family and pro-freedom.
Who are you referring to? Hammond? I never said he should be party leader or PM.. but I reckon hed be alright as Chancellor. If you were referring to Cameron, then I'd say that you need to stop talking about style and look at the guy's substance. And with regard to DC's substance, I would argue that he has a great deal more than the majority of Conservative MPs that repeatedly pander to the right wing ideologies that have made the party out of touch since '97.
Politically not the best move given the upcoming rebellion by the Tory Right MPs. However on principle the right thing to do. Marriage is undoubtedly an institution that strengthens society, but that doesn't mean that the government should entice couples in with financial incentives that would in turn be damaging to single couples, widows, etc.
Pompous? How is it really pompous to show compassion to those in extreme poverty? You've assumed that my motives would be selfish and to make myself feel good - my reasoning is that it is simply wrong that we can enjoy huge wealth and just stand by whilst people starve.
Agreed. Increasing defence spending would be a bad move
Because we, as a developed country, have the duty and responsibility to help less developed countries.
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