Independent political stories General Election 2010 |
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Looking for Independent political stories at the weekend I came across a great article by Stephen Moss of the Guardian
Election 2010: Can independent candidates change the political landscape? With the major political parties more unpopular than ever, could this be a great election for independent candidates? It makes for a good read with quotes from many of those interested in a democratic process ... the conclusion is drawn by Colin Copus, professor of local politics at De Montfort University and author of Party Politics and Local Government. “... If you've woken up that morning and realised there's a general election coming, you're too late." Forget about 2010. The established parties are going to win despite the scandalous behaviour of their MPs. But start thinking about 2015 ...” Every year we are told that no one will vote for the Independents and slowly but surely those will the balls to stand up and be counted start making an in road. How does a child learn to walk ... by falling over when they HAVE A GO ... There is a famous saying that “Those that can do, those that can’t teach” If individuals stand up in 2010 and get knocked down because the people are still dazed and confused, worrying more about their jobs, kids and mortgages than the bloody politicians who they feel are all a bad lot and the only ones who bother to turn out and vote are the party members... then in 2015 they will be in a much better position to fight an better informed campaign. If a few land lucky in 2010 because they got off their arses and had a go then that needs to be encouraged and not discouraged. The article mentions having a thought through campaign, flyers, leaflets and more trees getting destroyed to let people know. Another obstacle to put people off making the effort ! In my experience of creating flyers, they never get read anyway so why waste your time. You need to be front and centre when people are searching for information and that is best done in person or via the web and doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Best way to meet the people would be to go to your local shopping centre, get permission from the centre manager to set up a table and then simply ask the people what they want ... let them know where you are going to be via your website, Face book & Twitter ... you can also join forces with a support groups like the Jury Team or the Independent Network. All you need is £500 and someone to fill in the form and you’re away ... you can then work it out as you go along, I’m sure there are plenty who would offer support in helping you get ship shape. You can find out what the people want via the two sites above or pop along to YouGov Mark Ashwell has put a great site together with the support of some friends and local business contacts which even shows people how and where to vote. “Come and have a go if you think you’re hard enough!” |
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