article_snippet.sent: A Liberal Democrat candidate has thanked Nick Clegg for not visiting his seat
article_snippet.sent: Mr Mason told ITV Tyne Tees: 'I think that Mr Clegg coming to Redcar might be a little bit of a double-edged sword for us. '
article_snippet.sent: After the interview, the Lib Dems issued a 121 word statement on Mr Mason behalf praising Mr Clegg for having 'real guts'.
article_snippet.sent: Mr Mason said Mr Mason was now in 'no doubt' that Mr Clegg would be 'well received' if Mr Clegg paid a visit.
article_snippet.sent: a 121 word statement on Mr Mason's behalf praising Mr Clegg for having 'real guts' said: 'Nick has shown real guts as our party leader and is someone I admire and respect. '
article_snippet.sent: As such I have no doubt that if Nick now came to Redcar and met all the people who have benefited from having the Liberal Democrats in government Mr Clegg would be well received.'‎ .
highlights_snippet.sent: Josh Mason gave TV interview thanking Clegg for not visiting Clegg seat .
  
highlights_snippet.sent: After making scathing remarks Clegg rowed back with statement from party .
  Suggested that Lib Dem leader would be made 'welcome' after all .