Herman Van Rompuy Speaks Out

Herman Van Rompuy, founding father of the Conservative & Reform Party (today CCU) and now Author, spoke out in the issue of James Brokenshire while at a recent Modern Day Conservatism convention. Sitting on a panel discussing 'is conservatism an ideology fixed on capital gain', the former politician, who resigned as MP at the last election, was asked about Brokenshire.
"Uhm. Look, James and I are good friends: sure we had our disagreements and his whole leadership campaign was about moving the party away from my image and vision, but I like James' style of leadership. He's very popular in the party and he's done well in keeping it together, especially since the LAF merger in - that was difficult for the party, I know for sure. Up until a few days ago, he was a great Chancellor, quite popular. He done well fighting back the opposition. But he made a huge mistake. An extremely silly one. 
I'm not sure why he issued that Decree, but I know that he was advised by two senior advisers, who I can guarantee have been kicked out but will come out with a 'resignation' excuse soon. Obviously it's not about passing the blame, James still signed that Decree. The debate is no longer about was it right or was it wrong, it's about whether James should stay or not.
Here's what I have to say about it. I do not think he should be no confidence-ed. If the opposition had any brains about themselves, they would stay on and humiliate the Government, bolstering their support and cheating on some votes from the Conservatives who feel like the Government is letting them down. But, on the core point, James ought to stay on as Party Leader; we won't find another leader like him and let me tell you, I've been at the top, the plotters always prefer the extreme candidate; so be weary of them.
I'll continue to support James, as I know a wealth of MPs will. I just hope the people do, too."
Category:The Imperial Constitution