Since I had my nomination accepted
it has been pretty “full on”. I have had press interviews with questions that I
need to have a coherent answer for immediately. I would like to think I have
handled myself reasonably well, but that’s not for me to decide.
Society has got to a stage where it
is acceptable to speak one’s mind without considering the consequences; whilst
this seems a good idea initially, this has a detrimental effect on too many
people to make it truly acceptable.
It also seems that a section of
society deems you “fair game” if you decide to have a public or political
persona. A thick skin is a must with attitudes like this in existence, and as
one interviewer said, “that’s par for the course in this game”.
It might be at the moment but does
it have to be? Those who go into politics should go in to it to make their
constituency a better place and should be judged on their ability to do so.
However, we are in a situation where politics is dominated by careerists who
have the thickest skin, the most ambitious plans and the largest budget.
I have spent every evening
designing posters and other materials to promote my campaign, each of which
must contain my constituency headquarters’ address and the details of the company
who have printed them.
I’ve just got to work out how to
get them delivered now; there is access to a free mail drop from Royal Mail,
but with limited time I’m not sure how easy this will be; a fresh pair of
trainers and a packed lunch will be the order of the day.
Saying that I have had many offers
from supporters to help deliver leaflets which is fantastic!
Hustings start tomorrow; I shall update on that experience...
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