I used to interview her all the time. Then things changed and it became normal for senior politicians to refuse to account for their actions and defend themselves more often than not. As Ken Clarke told me recently it’s one reason so many voters despise politicians
But it’s also why I respect those like Jacob Rees-Mogg who don’t run away from the argument. It’s easier - and kind of your job - as a backbencher without executive power but I think instinctively he’s one of those who will always take questions.
It started under Labour, got worse under the coalition (who would often just put the Lib Dems out for interviews), and now is worse than anytime I can remember. But I’ve always felt voters want to see their politicians - even those they support - facing the hard questions.
