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Choosing a better candidate – some ideas to make it happen

Tim FarronMark PackLiberal Democrats are well used to arguing for changes in how our public elections are run, because we know the rules you use for a contest have a big impact on how desirable its outcomes are. That isn’t just about the voting system (important though that is!) but also a question of who gets the vote, how much influence those with money to spare can wield and so on.

It is just the same with the rules for our own …

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  • Jana
    “ First, universal free school meals for every primary school child” So, cut future pension increases that will harm the poorest pensioners most (as thei...
  • Cassie
    The 'next generation' most concerned about this, I suspect, are women in their 50s who have already seen the state pension age pushed back eight years, and are ...
  • Hywel
    Over my 25ish years in the party I was always of the view that Neil was the most sensible person I ever knew and the party would be much better off just doing w...
  • Hywel
    The party website info is very lacking on the details/sourcing of the figures for what the income generated but I've posted a link to what I think is the source...
  • Nonconformistradical
    @expats "Your choice.." Not necessarily - some people can't afford to move for example - an issue which has featured in the media recently. I can drive but ...