Focus grouping internet wrongmos

With Hague's stern warning to Conservative Conference that they better bloody behave themselves or he'll set Widdy on them comes the timely reminder that the Tories might actually pull themselves together to such an extent that even if Gord decides to go for it, victory for the comrades is by no means assured. Therefore, what better way to end the shall-I-shan't-I debate for the Broon than consulting the Sybillene advice of internet wrongmos on BBC's Have Your Say site?

I think the first-time buyer proposal was a good idea, its about time the Government helped young first-time buyers like myself out. I am interested to hear what Mr Cameron has to offer on health, as a future healthcare professional I want to see the NHS saved from 10 years of Labour. (Christian Cox)

Translate this as "what is good for me personally is necessarily good for everybody else and the politicians should fall into line accordingly. L'etat c'est moi!"

Brown's undoubtedly successful appeal on populist sentiments last week was backed up by precisely ZERO argument, whereas the Conservative policies announced this week will be backed up by extensive research, policy group feedback and consultation with ordinary people - serious substance. (Mark Heenan)

Ah yes, courtesy of Mr Fawkes, here are some of the highlights from Zac Goldsmith's latest insanity-fest on behalf of Dave and his chums: banning cotton buds because they aren't biodegradable, removing white lines down the middle of the road to make people drive more safely, and...er...turning off streetlamps at night. Serious substance.

No politician represents me anymore. They're all in it for themselves. I'd rather vote for an estate agent or a car dealer to run the country. (Dont Believe Anything They Say)

And if we wanted to vote in a loon with an entitlement complex with no conception of how representative democracy works, we'll be sure to call you, sir.

Gord old son, it's a tough call but always remember that universal suffrage means the people above have the vote. Think on.

Written by Lloyd Shepherd on 30 Sep 2007 4:42 PM. Permalink