Together We Stand

In Northern Ireland, plenty of politicians discreetly but fervently hoped that a hung parliaments was to decided the outcome of the general election.  The Democratic Unionist Party, which held 9 of the 18 seats, were the group that secretly wanted this the most.  A few months ago, the DUP lost the favor of voters.  They disapproved of the Swish Family Robinson’s expertise in extracting taxpayer support via expenses, as well as employing their own relatives over more qualified people. But a skilful defensive performance by Mr Robinson saved his leadership and steadied his party.