"Most of us are marginally to the left to some extent when we are young and dumb enough..."
Are you referring to Abbott and his ALP days?
Personally, I don't rate those who give in to fear and greed as they age as an excuse for moving their political compass to the right. Most would say that consistency is the hallmark of integrity.
BTW, Thanks for the youthful glow I get when I read your posts. If thats you attempt at a put down,then fine by me. Been a while since I've been called a youngun.