Today Keir Starmer delivered his first speech to the Labour Party conference. I didn't bother to notice it. I expected little and it appears that is what we have been offered. He did not say anything revolutionary, offering some leadership, or suggestions to take the nation out of the mess into which it has sunk. My reading of the far from enthusiastic responses to his speech indicates no changes from Labour regarding opposing the Tories. The nation will continue under this inept government for some time, another, possibly 'snap' election is possible soon, and after that Boris victory the Tories will reign supreme for some time because Labour have failed to oppose him or offer solutions.
What a mess.
What should he have said?
Had Keir made clear Labour would return to the EU, nationalise the main society supports, the buses, railways, NHS, gas, electric and water, for a start, he would have found a strong support from millions fed up with private profit while their fares and costs soar under any excuse that fits. This however, is not something he would ever contemplate. I understand there were no references to Clement Attlee in his speech.
Clearly supported by Lord Mandleson of disrepute, he instead just wishes to continue as a 'Red Tory,' teaching the youth to learn 'how to live with it,' and 'make the best of it.' Super! Nothing planned to change the way things work or find a better way for the future? Get used to Boris, he will be around for ever if Keir remains in charge of Labour.
Seems busier tearing his own party apart to have much time to think about the country.
ReplyDeleteI heard a good quote about Starmer which I think sums him up, " he was good talking to the judge but not to the jury."
ReplyDeleteHe brought more personal issues into his speech but Labour really need a clearly defined policy of how they will run the country
Fly, I am not sure what he is up to. Dave has a good summing up.
ReplyDeleteDave, That sums the man up well. Not a charismatic leader and cannot speak the peoples language. Boris on the other hand does that. He needs a clear policy and so far none has arisen.