Sir Ming's Departure
October 17, 2007 10:37 PM
Local Lib Dems were sad to see Sir Menzies Campbell resign as leader. The general feeling is that he has always served the party well and is now acting in what he believes to be the best interest of that party. He has kept equilibrium for us over a difficult period and has shown far greater integrity than the leaders of the other parties. He has opposed the war in Iraq and helped us to envisage a fairer and greener Britain.
Paddy Ashdown (Former Leader): "Ming Campbell is a man of honesty, decency and integrity. He has also proven over the years to be a man of remarkable political judgment. That he has felt the need to resign this evening tells us more about the nature of modern politics than it does about Ming Campbell himself."
Charles Kennedy (Former Leader): "I am sorry that things have ended up for Menzies in this way, but know the gratitude felt towards him within the Party. I don't doubt he has a valuable ongoing contribution to make to the Liberal Democrats into the future."
Gordon Brown (Prime Minister): "Sir Menzies Campbell is a man of great stature and integrity who has served his party and country with distinction. His contribution on foreign policy and international affairs is valued throughout the world. I'm sure he will continue to make a major contribution to public life."
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