June 8, 2026
Berlusconi and Women

I do not approve of Berlusconi’s behavior toward women at all; in fact, I find it repugnant. I am also surprised by the great admiration that his children openly show for him. However, I also believe that political judgment should be distinguished from ethical, family, and private judgment. Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour and Victor Emmanuel II are certainly not to be admired for their private and family conduct, yet they are regarded as the great architects of our nation.