He definitely reminds me several friends who rebelled against the establishment but who also paid a price in terms of health and over time became embattled and debilitated by the struggle that a stand against 'the system' can take. In some cases I have lost those friends due to disagreements but it is a significant achievement that you could remain friends with him despite your political differences. This is what I enjoy about SNs - there is a range of viewpoints and we mostly can air them and share them and keep an open mind - as the truth is something none of us has a monopoly on - our views are all formed from so many origins and life experiences.