It has been an exceptionally busy and energising January.
Mark Carney delivered a powerful address at Davos on January 22nd. His assessment of the fractured state of global politics was clear, precise, and decisive.
His central message — that middle and smaller countries must deepen cooperation, build long-term trust, and form durable partnerships — strongly resonated with me. They must be present at the top table, not simply part of the meal.
With the Starmer/Mandelson scandal and the Conservative’s almost in total collapse, the UK has created a perfect storm in which Reform (with its £9 billion coffers) appears to be almost unassailable. Breaking electoral law is a tactic Farage now flaunts with impunity. Check out this latest scandal.
FARAGE LATEST EXPLOIT in rigging the forthcoming Horton and Denton election.
There is a strong alignment between Carney’s global cooperation vision and the Green Party’s underlying values and direction. In my opinion, the Greens are uniquely positioned among the UK parties to bring a credible, values-led agenda to this emerging “new top table,” combining practical delivery with moral clarity and long-term thinking.
Over the past five weeks I’ve been researching to better comprehend both local and international dynamics. One thing is clear: the Greens will need to reach and reassure large numbers of disillusioned voters that credible, positive change is available right now! What is less clear is how best to motivate thousands of new members quickly and confidently. Farage’s challenge must be thwarted at all costs.
For now, the Green’s strongest USP includes trust, integrity, and visible local delivery – especially in areas where Greens are already demonstrating impact. Its relative independence from large commercial lobbying interests also gives them freedom to speak honestly and act transparently. That matters, and voters recognise it.
In this blog I have reviewed a wide range of materials to help build a broader picture and deepen my commitment for political change. Here are a few sites I used to help gain a more balanced understanding.
CNN – Global politics Interview – Zack Polanski
Labour Trust – Zack Polanski podcast
Davos address summary – Carney
Donations pouring into Reform explain why it constantly grabs the headlines. What traps might be uncovered if they succeedl?
The Greens are fiercely independent and community led. Their funding reliance is mainly through individual donations. This empowers it to focus on what matters most – important local issues.
Results build trust.
Ask actual people in the Bristol area or throughout Eastern England
I hope you enjoy browsing these links.