I am no longer
involved in politics or activism, as I had decided to prioritise sociology and
drums in my public life. Perhaps this allows me to look at politics and civil
society in a more objective and measured way. In both pursuits I met all sorts
of people in a 25-year journey, from those whose friendship is not seasonal to
those whose dagger is ready to stab you if it suits their agenda, no matter how
'holy' or 'just'.
Robert Arrigo and David Agius, who relinquished their respective political posts as Deputy Leaders,
are gentlemen in my books. They are common mortals with no pretensions, and
above all they encourage and recognise the work of colleagues. Respect to both
and to others who practice this ethic.
