6 JUNE 1987, Page 34

Sir: Why you should publish an article from an obvious

shit like Hare, at a time like this, heaven alone knows!

One meets people like him all over the world who sneer at patriotism and courage and decency and who would run a mile if asked to do something for their country.

These clever boys always have a lot to say, often a sub-conscious cover-up for their own various shortcomings.

Mrs Thatcher is not perfect, nor is Kinnock or Hare, but one thing can be said of her, she is a patriot. She also has guts and standards, which is more than may be said of the Hares of this world I fear!

Richard Sampson

The Norfolk Club, 17 Upper King Street, Norwich