This is progressive Conservatism in action, a traditional suspicion of state power combined with a clear grasp of the modern world producing the right approach, and the right plan of action to increase personal freedom and political accountability, restore trust, and help bring about the new politics we need so badly.

BBC: Cameron's data speech in full

"Our most fundamental right in this country is the right to vote and the right to participate in the political process, " said Austin Nimocks of the Alliance Defending Freedom, a Christian advocacy group.

CNN: Same-sex marriage: A potential Supreme Court blockbuster

And with the former National Alliance party voting themselves out of existence to join Mr Berlusconi's People of Freedom party, the political right here has rarely been more unified and focussed.

BBC: Defiant Berlusconi calm amid storm