What do you think - is this the greatest political reform since 1832? Nick Clegg certainly seems to think so. His suggestions in a speech today are important for the constitutional reform topic for Politics students and obviously ideal for Historians wanting a quick overview of some of the key statistics and reforms involved in 1832. A valid comparison or a huge exaggeration?
I don't know about reform, but is it just me, or does Mr Clegg look tired and old within a week or so of getting his new job? I bet he'll be grey-haired at the end of five years.
ReplyDeleteand who ever said politics was just about image?
ReplyDeleteSome good responses to Clegg's comparison in today's Guardian. http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2010/may/21/1832-act-was-hardly-great
ReplyDeletepolitics is obviously all about image, that's why we've got David Cameron as PM
ReplyDeleteas for the greatest reform ever, i think it's not really that "great"... and i'm not liking the thought of an elected Lords - will they be getting more powers, otherwise i just don't see how it will work, however bring on PR for elections... :)