Cult of the Personality
I see that Tommy Sheridan has been let out of prison for a short spell of home release - he was even pictured in one of the newspapers playing five-a-side football.
Good for him.
Because while Tommy has undoubtedly done some very foolish things in his time - he's not a violent criminal or a danger to the public.
I only hope that when he gets out of jail for good - that he builds a new and different life for himself and his family.
How boring and tedious would it be - for everyone - if on his release, Tommy blames his fate on everyone else and tries to resurrect a political career.
The creation of Solidarity - after Tommy's fateful split with the Scottish Socialist Party - was always a political vanity project.
In reality it has turned into a personality cult - not a serious political party - the main supporters are Tommy's family and friends - and a few fellow travellers.
Time for a change of direction - if he has any sense.
Good for him.
Because while Tommy has undoubtedly done some very foolish things in his time - he's not a violent criminal or a danger to the public.
I only hope that when he gets out of jail for good - that he builds a new and different life for himself and his family.
How boring and tedious would it be - for everyone - if on his release, Tommy blames his fate on everyone else and tries to resurrect a political career.
The creation of Solidarity - after Tommy's fateful split with the Scottish Socialist Party - was always a political vanity project.
In reality it has turned into a personality cult - not a serious political party - the main supporters are Tommy's family and friends - and a few fellow travellers.
Time for a change of direction - if he has any sense.
