British politics: the bastard son of his sister

It isn't half incestuous in Westminster these days. For example, from the BBC:

In a speech in Downing Street, Mr Blair will argue that plans for greater autonomy for schools are a "pivotal moment" for his final term in office.

And from the campaign website of David Cameron:

We need greater freedom for schools to manage their own affairs

And from David Davis' campaign manifesto: (warning: don't click on the link unless you can stomach endless pictures of David Davis gurning out at you. Truly hideous)

And in other countries, there is alos less central direction of public services... Taking power away from the centre and giving it to the people... are crucial steps... if school standards are to rise

(excessive editing there, admittedly, but the meaning isn't changed, honest)

So what is the end product of all this? Well, contrary to popular rhyme that 'incest is best', political incest as seen here only leads to one thing:

Wouldn't you be ashamed if your child looked like that? Charles Clarke - the political equivalent of a fenland foundling. Poor bugger.