Menzies Campbell Resigns: That Letter In Full
WRITES Menzies Campbell in his resignation letter – with notes (and in big print):
“When I was elected Leader of the Party in March 2006 I had three objectives.
Live long and prosper
First, to restore stability and purpose in the party following my predecessor’s resignation and the leadership campaign itself, second to make the internal operations of the party more professional, and third to prepare the party for a General Election.
I may be old with a well-developed sense of fun but I am not a drunk
With the help of others, I believe that I have fulfilled these objectives, although I am convinced that the internal structures of the party need radical revision if we are to compete effectively against Labour and the Conservatives.
It’s not me it’s the party, and the loud music
But it has become clear that following the Prime Minister’s decision not to hold an election, questions about leadership are getting in the way of further progress by the party.
Gordon Brown stole my pension
Accordingly I now submit my resignation as Leader with immediate effect.
I shall be enjoying a glass of Asti Spumante and watching Strictly Come Dancing of a night
I do not intend to hold a press conference or to make any further comment.
I can’t trust myself to remember all your names nor my teeth
Yours sincerely,
Sincerely, yours
Menzies Campbell”
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Pic: Beau Bo D’Or
Posted: 15th, October 2007 | In: Politicians Comments (6) | TrackBack | Permalink
