Archive for the ‘Democracy’ Category
The First TV Debate
Posted by Richard | Filed under Democracy
I thought the first TV debate was excellent television, and that ITV and their host, Alastair Stewart, were the clear winners. The key comparison was between Mr Cameron and Mr Brown as one or either of them will be the Prime Minister. With an easier wicket to play on, I thought Mr Clegg answered some questions well, but he was very vague on details in some areas and was given an easier pass than the other two. Overall, congratulations to all the participants, but especially to the excellent chairmanship of Alistair Stewart.
Passion Week Debate
Posted by Richard | Filed under Bedford & Kempston, Democracy
Congratulations to Brickhill Baptist Church and to the organisers of the Passion Week event for hosting a very well attended “Passion for Bedford’s Future” event. The range of questions was broad and the responses from the panel were fascinating and constructive.
The politics of division are the politics of despair
Posted by Richard | Filed under Democracy
Substance in politics is what really matters but sometimes the tone matters too. Contrast the opening efforts in the General Election campaign between Gordon Brown and David Cameron.
Gordon Brown and the Labour Party have launched divisive attacks – based on class, on bankers, on those with support hunting. The tone is one that seeks to deflect blame from the Government’s own failings but also one which seeks to divide the country in to “them” and “us”.
See Parvez make a powerful case for why he should be our Mayor
Posted by Richard | Filed under Democracy
Beds on Sunday have a video of Parvez where he outlines his priorities for serving the people of the Borough of Bedford. Parvez’s key themes are: keeping Council tax down – reducing waste and cutting costs; striking a fairer balance between the rural and urban parts of our Borough; and, being a listening Mayor responding to the needs and requirements of local residents. Well worth a look
http://www.bedsonsunday.com/bedsonsunday-mayoralelection/DisplayArticle.asp?ID=451555
If you want to see the efforts of the other candidates, they are also available on the BoS site.
Cameron Impresses In Bedford
Posted by Richard | Filed under Bedford & Kempston, Democracy
Conservative Party leader, David Cameron, visited Bedford on Tuesday to answer questions from local residents and to get a better impression of the local issues that are important to the people of Bedford and Kempston.
First stop for Mr Cameron was the Civic Theatre for a spirited meeting with local Party members and supporters. Well over 100 activists heard Mr Cameron stress how important it was for the Conservatives to win Bedford if Mr Brown is to be removed from Downing Street and the hard work of restoring Britain’s finances is to begin.
After answering questions, Mr Cameron was off on the short walk to the Harpur Suite for his second meeting. This time it was a public meeting in the form of an open Question and Answer session. Over 140 people filled the Harpur Suite and Mr Cameron answered questions for over an hour. As many told me afterwards, it was hard but to be impressed with his openness and his willingness to offer direct answers to people’s questions.
Cameron Direct in Bedford
Posted by Richard | Filed under Bedford & Kempston, Democracy
David Cameron will be in Bedford on Tuesday 8 September to answer questions from local residents as he prepares his plans for forming the next Government.
It’s a completely public event for anyone local wanting to attend, whatever their political beliefs. The meeting is taking place at the Harpur Suite in the centre of town from 6:30pm in the evening.
Places will be limited, so if you would like to attend, send an email to camerondirect@bedfordconservatives.com or call 07858 642346 to register.
