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Surprised about LibDems

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MerylStreep Thu 05-Dec-19 13:42:13

Today it was announced that her popularity is lower than Nigel Farage. ???

AllTheLs
Did you honestly believe all the twoddle on GN Re how popular Jo Swindon is (was ?)

janeainsworth Thu 05-Dec-19 13:40:01

Well, I for one would still like to remain in the EU and am very much hoping that our young LibDem candidate unseats the Tory in our constituency.

Why do people think opinion polls truly reflect voters’ intentions?

Labaik Thu 05-Dec-19 13:35:59

You don't fight an election by saying 'ok; I know I'm going to lose'; you come out fighting and then compromise. I understand she went to a comprehensive school so why should anyone prefer her to the born with a silver spoon Boris who was obviously meant to rule us. Boris's deal is no different to May's deal; the one he voted against. The only difference is having a border in the middle of the sea I believe. That was after he realised that his dumb idea for a bridge was unworkable. The remain cause is just as strong it's just that we're concentrating on the election at the moment. Also, unlike most politicians, she has admitted to mistakes and apologised.

growstuff Thu 05-Dec-19 13:28:57

It depends who you listen to.

Sara65 Thu 05-Dec-19 13:12:16

I think people really dislike jo Swinson, I haven’t heard a good word said about her!
Quite the contrary.

Calendargirl Thu 05-Dec-19 13:11:30

Well, it’s partly down to Ms Swinson, banging on about being the next prime minister. In your dreams sweetheart. At least she seems to have given up on that.
Plus since Boris came back from the EU with a deal that was actually acceptable to many, the Remainers have lost impetus.

Ilovecheese Thu 05-Dec-19 13:01:46

I think one reason might actually be Jo Swinson's style of leadership. A bit too presidential.
For Labour supporters who also have a strong wish to remain in the EU, Jo Swinson's voting record while in the coalition makes it impossible for such remain leaning Labour supporters to vote for her party.

WeekendVisit Thu 05-Dec-19 13:00:13

I and Jo Swinson shared your view that there were a huge number of people wanting to remain in the EU, now it looks like a minority making lots of noise and marching.

AllTheLs Thu 05-Dec-19 12:56:27

This isn't posted to start an argument, but I am genuinely surprised at how badly the LibDems are doing in the polls. During the Summer and Autumn the media, the forums on Gransnet, conversations with family/friends, almost everybody seemed to strongly advocate Remaining in the EU, so I thought the LibDems would do much better in this election than it seems they are doing. I wondered if others were surprised at this and whether there is an explanation out there somewhere.