I'm a fully paid-up member of the human race.

My idealism has not abated, but I have witnessed it withering away nationwide, to the point where at least among the young, to have ideals is akin to being blinkered and oldfashioned.

To run an effective political party you need a degree of tribalism, it's the glue that holds everyone together.

I'm a lifelong believer in trade unionism.

I will go out of this world feet first with my Lib Dem membership card in my pocket.

I do think there is a great deal of caricature around the House of Commons. It is just that kind of place.

Yes, you need substance in politics - but I think your style also says something about how you arrive at some of your conclusions.