Cameron's Fluff

by Graham Davies

Okay, he should have been better briefed before the Gay Times video interview. He should have known more detail about Tory MEPs' voting record. He should also have given alot more thought to the very fundamental question of what issues should be the subject of 'free' votes.

I am certain that his media bodyguards at Tory HQ were screaming at the screen when they saw his performance. However, I am certain that Dave's stumbling has done him no presentational harm....and may actually have done him some good.

This is a politician that does not always try to bluff and bluster his way through on camera. He actually takes the radical step of carefully considering the points that are put to him. He is then capable of changing his mind and politely correcting what he has just said. I cannot imagine any other politician pulling this off with such charm.

The stumble-and-self-correction is a surprisingly endearing ploy...as long as it does not become a habit in election battle conditons.