I think that what most surprises anybody who goes into politics from even a modestly cerebral background is the vulgarity of much of the cut and thrust of politics.
I don't think that capitalism should be unbridled, if by 'unbridled' you mean unregulated.
I believe in trying to get a balance between individual freedom on the one hand and social responsibility on the other.
Undoubtedly, at the moment, the major cause of CO2 emission is what happens in developed countries.
I think that if politics is just about getting your backside on important seats, then it's a pretty worthless endeavor.
