We have the character of an island nation: independent, forthright, passionate in defence of our sovereignty. We can no more change this British sensibility than we can drain the English Channel. And because of this sensibility, we come to the European Union with a frame of mind that is more practical than emotional.

We must consider teaching the Egyptian revolution in schools.

I know the British people and they are not passengers - they are drivers.

What you call austerity is what I might call efficiency.

Half a century ago, the amazing courage of Rosa Parks, the visionary leadership of Martin Luther King, and the inspirational actions of the civil rights movement led politicians to write equality into the law and make real the promise of America for all her citizens.

I believe man-made climate change is one of the most serious threats that this country and this world face.

Strong views exist on both sides but I believe MPs voting for gay people being able to marry too, is a step forward for our country.