Jeremy Thorpe's Shadow Resigns

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Tim Farron quits as Lib Dem leader

Tim Farron has announced his resignation as Liberal Democrat leader after he was repeatedly pressed during the general election over his personal beliefs on issues including homosexuality.

Farron issued a statement on Wednesday night saying he felt “remaining faithful to Christ” was incompatible with being his party’s leader. It is understood several senior figures in the party have visited Farron in recent days to attempt to persuade him to step down, though he was initially reluctant.

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“From the very first day of my leadership, I have faced questions about my Christian faith. I’ve tried to answer with grace and patience. Sometimes my answers could have been wiser.

“The consequences of the focus on my faith is that I have found myself torn between living as a faithful Christian and serving as a political leader,” he said in the televised statement.

(continued, trhough a mirror darkly...)

[Animavore]

I thought the thread title portended something far more occult and sinister.

[Brian Peacock]

... and interesting. LibDems? Meh.

[rainbow]

... and interesting. LibDems? Meh.

I didn't even know the Literal Dingbats still existed.

The Big Question is
WHY?