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CK is now being hounded as he appears an injured quarry; let those who throw stones now remember the voting public has a good memory. Those who claim to be doing the honourable thing are most commonly employing double talk. Whether as a contender or stalking horse they will be remembered for their public acts, which are often seen in the public's eye as dishonourable, not their hidden end game; when actions are carried out to achieve a secondary event those who perpetrate forget the public see them as they are, not as they perceive themselves.

I personally don't see how he can continue in until he has demonstrated he has his problem under control for a sustained period of time. If he remains as leader, he would be going to the country as the leader of the party which may have a decisive impact in the event of a hung parliament next time round (which must be a high probability based on how events are currently unfolding, although it is a long time off!). It is simply not tenable for someone in that position to be dealing with a serious medical condition. It is also, frankly, in his own interest to stand down and lead a slightly less scrutinised life whilst he fully comes to terms with things.