As we approach the local elections on Thursday, we in the Labour Party are up against a combination of fierce competition, dirty tactics, and voter apathy towards local elections - we can’t afford to take anything for granted.
The Conservatives have discredited national politics by their dishonesty, their cronyism and their lack of integrity.
Some people have never been interested in politics, and some have turned away from politics for their own reasons.
From taking credit for things they haven’t done, to lying about their home addresses so they “look” like they live in our area, the Conservatives can be just as dishonest locally as they are nationally - and that’s before the Lib Dems throw their dodgy bar charts into the equation.
You will often hear people say “I’m not voting, they’re all the same” - but this only serves to preserve the status quo.
So we must continue to knock on doors, make phone calls, and engage with as many voters as possible, to show them that we are not all the same - and that Labour are the party that truly cares about their needs and their future.
Each and every one of us is committed to the values of the Labour Party, and to making a real difference in the lives of people in our communities. And that is what sets us apart from our opponents.
We believe in a fairer society, where everyone has access to the opportunities they need to succeed. We believe in investing in public services, in creating jobs, and in protecting the most vulnerable in our society. And we will fight for these values every step of the way.
So let's go out there and show the world what we're made of. Let's tell them about our vision for the future.
We are here to make a real difference in people's lives. To stand up for what is right, and to fight for what we believe in.
We are Labour 🌹 It’s time for change.