Eddie Izzard

Oh man that's awesome! I think he would make a really good politician. We already know he's a good activist, plus he really knows history. In my opinion, those are two of the most important qualities for a politician. You have to have a cause, know what to do about it, and know what could go wrong based on what went wrong last time.

09 Feb 2009 - 15:36 GMT

I don't know if Eddie reads these comments, but if he does will be be joining other comedians in trying to stop the Coroners Bill which will affect the comic book industry in the UK. See comicshopvoice.co.uk, the bill effectively makes thousands of people criminals overnight. If you want to make a go of politics you need to start sorting out the injustices.

09 Feb 2009 - 15:49 GMT

I think it would be more of a question of having a "political agenda" and I think Eddie would bring way more, yes 'way', to the table than any politician alive. Not to mention charming. I can see Eddie in someones face over an issue and the bloke just melts and goes "Um..yea Eddie anything you say" then shrinks away saying to himself "God he's cute!" I know I would!

10 Feb 2009 - 16:56 GMT

Noooooooooo! No no no. Don't you dare give up stand-up matey. Politician - No! Political - YES! You can do so much more being a Bono/Geldof-esque man of comedy. Besides, you pwomised on several occaision...on live TV. You got that? I'll have no more of this Politican talk d'ya hear...or or...or I'll tell your dad (snigger)

10 Feb 2009 - 18:54 GMT

Ah now....I don't remember Gerry Adams going away for 6 months to work in Hollywood every year - Mr Adams was always there in Ulster plugging away (albeit in rather odd voiceovers in squeaky voices in the early days). I couldn't stand the man Adams for ages until I realized he was completely passionate about sorting out the bother in Northern Ireland... it was as if he had no other time for hobbies except to make peace in the wee green land (or ‘peas’ as we used to joke) As long as Eddie is completely passionate about his evangelical atheism , European errm (not sure what at the moment, but get us the Euro please) then 'zut alors, tally ho' Transferring from one area into another is maybe difficult - the past is always trailing round in the background - but keep the passion going, and Eddie will make a spendid mark everywhere he trots.

10 Feb 2009 - 23:45 GMT

genuine comedy is based on truth. eddie either sees things that others miss, or sees them differently, and translates them into something others can see. “I have emotional or commonsense arguments, I can think about things from a logical point of view, but when you get right down to policy, there’s so much more information you need to take into your brain to understand it and argue it.” I think he sees the suffering in the world and wants to do something more substantial than distracting us with laughter.. something permanent (and therefore, more satisfying in the long run), as well as making a meaningful difference. as far as his "theolotics" go, I would trust him far more than jimmy swaggart (or fartwell, or whatever hypocrit is on the soapbox, these days) and 99.9% of the politicians that WE have. in order for people to take him seriously, tho, he'll probly have to wear a suit and tie.. so I guess we'll just have to suppress any selfish desires for ongoing entertainment, in exchange for the greater good. but he knows what he's doing, if this is what he really wants, we should support him unconditionally..

13 Feb 2009 - 22:14 GMT

"I think he sees the suffering in the world and wants to do something more substantial than distracting us with laughter.. something permanent (and therefore, more satisfying in the long run), as well as making a meaningful difference." I agree. I also think that if you have a political mind and you have fans or can get the attention of a huge group of people you should use that to your advantage that way it becomes something more important than just being funny. "if this is what he really wants, we should support him unconditionally.." I have to say i disagree with you there just because i don't think you should trust ANYONE in politics unconditionally.

16 Feb 2009 - 07:00 GMT

Dear Eddie, Although I, personally, would like to be czar of the world with absolute power (only to wield it for the good, of course), I would allow you to take up the position as you have the head start. I worry that your heart will be broken when you discover the stupidity level of most of the "great unwashed." Not their fault as our media and cultures have been polluted and dumbed down by corporate interests for -- well -- a very long time -- and so we have the culture of the Big Mac and Burger King-heads. But if anyone should be making decisions in power, it should be you - preferably in heels as I miss your feminine side greatly. You are a wonderful man but I worry the more you play the boy the more you may be neglecting that wonderfully warm and open girl-boy deep within. xxoo If you require any assistance in this endeavor - reach me at fieldjo@aol.com. I'll be there for you. I'll go right now to my computer and wait for your email.

16 Feb 2009 - 18:27 GMT

When Eddie comes to address students at Manchester University on 27th Feb at the invite of the Labour Students (unfortunately I could not get a ticket), I hope that his hosts warn him against giving an interview to the student paper Student Direct. In today's edition Jon Robertson ended a vile article with these words that could be aimed at our Eddie: "You’re not cool and metro sexual if you break gender norms. You’re a genderless prat and you’re no better then a snail. A life without gender specifics is one without value even in this democratic society marked by pluralism and individuals pursuing their own conceptions of the good life."

16 Feb 2009 - 22:49 GMT

I love the diversity of talents and goals. I've always wanted to see Mr. Izzard do a history series. Similar to Michael Palin's New Europe, but revisiting the past instead of the present. I'm sure I would have paid more attention in history class if Eddie were my professor.

17 Feb 2009 - 03:05 GMT

That is awesome! :) I would totally vote eddie if I could!! :D

18 Feb 2009 - 21:54 GMT

Great that you got to visit Manchester students Eddie- but what about South Wales students?? We need a spiritual athetist here too!! Hope you want to visit. xxx

08 Mar 2009 - 22:26 GMT

Eddie is exactly what we need in politics! although i am passionate about politics, it is hard to relate to people who show no empathy or intellect. This means that mine and the next generation have little interest in politics, which is awful as they are throwing away their rights. Eddie would bring such charisma and enthusiasm, which would hopefully restore faith and interest in the government. He would be brilliant

19 Mar 2009 - 21:33 GMT

Just read the article. Eddie to look into the political side of things would be a breath of fresh air. His angle would be totally different. He would say the things that other politicians would be too scared to say. Like Eddie i believe in people, whats out there and not what we are told to be true. Go Eddie.

29 Mar 2009 - 22:47 BST