My philosophy comes from a worldview that looks at the world as one. It's a holistic view that sees the world as interconnected and interdependent and integrated in so many different ways, which informs my politics.

Whenever you discuss politics, it is always better to use individual names rather then the term neocon.

The art of politics consists in knowing precisely when it is necessary to hit an opponent slightly below the belt.

I came into politics because I wished to change things. You can't do that by lying to people you have to educate, and persuade, and carry them with you - and it's often a long haul.

I loathe and detest all this trivialisation of politics.