When I mentioned that one of the Liberal Democrat leaders who made sense was Charles Kennedy, little did I imagine that within a few days there would be a very big reminder of exactly why.
His decision to lead the opposition to the Gulf War was one that I respected and I had enormous doubts over the decision to go to War a second time against Saddam Hussein. The first time was one of principle - you cannot invade a neighbour. The second was regime change. It is not right for a country or group of countries to dictate to another country who they have as their leader. Even if that leader is a dictator and a brute towards his own people. Ultimately it is down to the people to rebel, if that is their wish. No country should inter meddle or interfere with the affairs of another independent state.
Today we have been reminded of Charles Kennedy the Politician and have also been reminded of human frailties. It is something that we should remember of all Politicians when we judge their actions. They are above all human.
My thoughts to family & friends. They have not just lost a Politician and a campaigner for Social Liberalism & Justice. They have lost a father, brother, mentor & friend.
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