Hindsight's a wonderful thing and shocking that people still think taking a calculated risk is such a bad thing

Whatever your view on UK politics, I've been shocked today at the extent to which our press is so smug and condescending when someone in public life takes a calculated risk and it doesn't work out.  I haven't met anyone yet who could predict the future with certainty - we all deal with uncertainty - and we take calculated risks in pursuit of our objectives.  Sometimes things work out - either because we're skilful or lucky.  Sometimes they don't.  If we live in a world where we condemn those who have a go we'll always underachieve - in our politics, in our businesses, in our relationships.  Bravo Theresa May for having a go at strengthening your mandate to negotiate Brexit for us (even though I didn't want it in the first place). Bravo Nick Clegg for being bold enough to go into a coalition with the Conservatives and risk your liberal values for the opportunity to make a difference rather than having to resort to commenting from the sidelines.  Bravo Jeremy Corbyn for holding your nerve through the shameful personal attacks on your character and intellect. Shame on you BBC with your smug rhetoric and know-it-all attitude. Those who like to be smug with hindsight - stand up and lead yourselves maybe and see how good your foresight is.