
Ken Clarke – Getty image
This is an unusual post, for me, living as a European in the UK since many decades, loving the idiosyncratic country, yet having no political affiliation. That said, I want to express my thanks to the people who offer lightness and intelligence through these crazy Brexit times. Here – mainly to the politicians, men and women from various UK parties I respect and admire for their passion, sincerity, common sense and wit. In fairness, I should also name a number of politicians from the other side of the House of Commons, especially some amazing women …
But I’ll limit myself to highlight two men whose passion, sincerity, wit, wisdom and imagination I value:
Kenneth Clarke – the Father of the house. Below, he typically clarifies his point of view in the House of Commons in … his speech from January 31st 2017
And here Kenneth Clarke on 13th July 2018 in an interview on Channel 4 re: the Brexit chaos.

John Bercow in session
The other person lightening up my days is …
Here John Bercow is sharing the passion for his job with students, the Speaker gives a talk to the Oxford Union