Quote Originally Posted by Dorcus View Post
Sorry Elwood, I can't agree, your generality condemns the political institutions. Many people would like nothing better than wash their hands of politicians altogether and wish a plague on all their houses. I think it irresponsible to give succour to that view. Just my opinion Elwood, yours is entirely different to mine and I respect that. At least it's refreshing to have a good natured discourse with you absent of petty ad hominem digs.
MY intention wasn't to condemn all political institutions though Dorcus. Just those whichever party they are
 who fall below the standards we are entitled to from our politicians either because they do something illegal or they allow the money power and status to corrupt

My point was that all parties have people who are guilty of this. Going back to the expenses scandal it is noticeable that 5 Labour MP's were imprisoned but no tories although one tory Lord was sent to jail. Having said that it was always a wonder to me that so many on all sides avoided serious punishment.