The doctrine of ministerial responsibility

[liquorsnob]

Tonight I went to see Fahrenheit 9/11 with sharpez, and I'd advise anybody who hasn't all ready been to go and see it. The images in it are amazingly powerful, and while Michael Moore is incredibly annoying, he does get across some good points

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[vasovagalvegan]

My mum and dad left the labour party for feeling the same way as you do about right wingers getting in. They had been members for over thirty years, and were very active in the party- campaigning and canvassing, going on demos and protests and going to all the local meetings. But then 'new labour' started to creep in. they're devious. they learn to silence you--and your voice gets smaller and smaller. In the end my mum said it would be a travesty to vote Labour, let alone remain involved in the party the way she was. When Blair became leader, that finished her. Her and my Dad votes Socialist Labour (Scargill's party) in 97, and 2001.

I never have and never will vote Labour. Not after Blair's constant betrayals. I've never forgiven him for tuition fees, and he added insult to injury by introducing top-up fees as well. The war really did finish me with the guy though. It was very cathartic getting to shout "TONY BLAIR TERRORIST!" down a megaphone at full volume on the protests, I can tell you!

Whether to leave or to stay and try and make your voice heard is a decision only you can make. Both will impact on your conscience. I would say, just make sure that you dson't get too disheartened by staying in the party. If you fancy a visit to the dark side, you can always come along to a SSP meeting with me once term starts...they're an ok bunch really:)

I know what you mean about trying to make a difference and sticking with it though.