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I read the OP as tongue in cheek desperation. Apologies for so misreading Gaga's post.
MaizieD and varian, many thanks for bringing a note of reality to this discussion. Your'e right, there has been something of a silent coup, in plain sight. The majority voted against this government in 2019 and no one voted Demonic in as PM, yet there he is. Whoever said upthread that Alistair Campbell wasn't bullying Blair's strings is spot on.
Janpt, I assume by referring to Angela Raynor's "disgusting behaviour", you're referring to her muttering "scum" at a tory who was setting out all the reasons this country shouldn't feed its poorest, hungriest and most deprived children during the school holidays. this, despite the fact the qualify for free school meals.
Angela Raynor apologised. That's more than any of the government has done, even when forced by Marcus Rashford, a footballer - into a Uturn on its earlier refusal to provide food for children who would usually get a free school meal.
Angela Raynor wrote a moving article in which she said she was that child, the one whose only meal was the school dinner a food was a rare commodity in her home. She confirmed research that shows hungry children struggle to learn "I was that child" she said.
Marcus Rashford's mum had several jobs so she could feed and care for her children. She reluctantly agreed with MUFC that Marcus aged 11 should live with one of the clubs families. He needed building up, needed a better diet than she could afford.
I simply do not understand how anyone can describe Raynor as "disgusting". You go on to say "what an example she sets. Does she make you proud to support the Labour Party". My simple answer is yes, she does. She credits Labour policies like Sure Start, education for Union members and representatives in helping her build a good life, rather than continuing the cycle of deprivation that should could have been destined to.
Angela wasn't my favourite Labour politician but all credit to her. She's a much better politician than the men opposite.
The fact is that there is no need for a child in this country to go hungry. There are enough benefits available for those who need them and use them for what they are intended i.e. not Cigarettes and drink. I cannot understand why people continue to have children they cannot afford to feed. I also do not understand how you feel that Angela Raynors behaviour was acceptable. The lady speaker obviously did not think so.
