In Defence of Marxism

According to a recent BBC report, Trade Minister Lord Jones has given his "100% support" to Gordon Brown, but confirmed he would quit before the next election because he "cannot back Labour". The ex-CBI chief, who is not a member of the Labour Party, was one of the "government of all the talents" appointed by the Prime Minister. Apparently he "never claimed to be a political animal", but explained that, "I am a supporter of... and believe in what he [Gordon Brown] is doing. My plan now is to get on with the job."

According to The Times, Lord (Digby) Jones told a private meeting with businessmen and lobbyists in January that he wanted to stand down in order to avoid questions on whether he supported the prime minister. The Tories say that these statements show Lord Jones has "no confidence" in Mr Brown.

Hmmm..... it seems they can't speak straight and just say what is. This ex-CBI chief is perfectly willing to serve Gordon Brown when he is attacking the working class, but will jump ship as soon as it is convenient. And horror of horror he can never be seen as actually supporting the Labour Party as such.