As expected the local government elections here in the UK gave the Labour party a thorough drubbing.
Here in Kent the Conservatives have a large majority on the County Council. One of the basic principles of democrocy is to have an effective oppposition that challenges decisions by the ruling group. Sadly this is now lacking and policies will be followed without any challenges being made.
Nationally there are calls for a General Election but I disagree with this. MPs belonging to all the major political groups have become embroiled in the expenses debacle and if an election was called now people would be tempted to vote either for a fringe party or not at all allowing one of the lesser known groups come to power.
I have the utmost respect for people who wish to stand on an anti sleaze ticket but with due respect to them what knowlege do they have of issues such as health, education or defence? All issues that are fundamental to the running of the country.
Maybe we should wait until the expenses issue has been resolved and than call an election with politicians we can trust. Or as an alternative to that maybe, bearing in mind the financial situation a government of national unity where all the political infighting is put to one side and the welfare of the country is put first.
Andy
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"a government of national unity where all the political infighting is put to one side and the welfare of the country is put first." Wouldn't that be nice? It seems to be an unattainable goal.
"...what knowledge do they have of health, education or defence.........". As much, I would say, as any politician in any government! None, in other words.
love, Angie, xx
Forget knowledge and seek wisdom.
Not to be found in any politician that only seeks personal power.
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