But recent events in Ireland (where centre-rightists and environmentalists have been sharing power) contain some sobering lessons for anybody contemplating such a bargain.

• 但是，在同样是中右党派与环保主义者分享权力的爱尔兰，最近所发生的一系列事件也许能教给那些正在考虑妥协的人们“醒脑一课”。