You will learn here that I was born, but not the irrelevant details of how or to whom. Similarly, the act of authorship furnishes sufficient proof that I received an education not to require superfluous corroboration through childhood reminiscences concerning the eccentricities of the staff and students with whom I interacted. Over my private life, I make no apology for drawing a veil. Some, given my long career in politics and public administration, might be tempted to provide ‘off the record’ insights; my record speaks for itself. So as not to prejudice public opinion of the still active individuals and organisations for which and with whom I have worked, I will say nothing. Of those individuals and organisations now deceased or defunct, I intend less to speak no ill than not to speak at all. Of my times, Posterity must be the final judge. These considerations aside, I intend utter candour.
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