telboy01.bsky.social
Balance the narrative—not the volume.
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In the last election, Reform UK got 14% of the vote but only 1% of the seats—that’s not a properly functioning democratic system.
The first-past-the-post system is outdated and doesn’t reflect the will of the voters.
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True. But with each incarnation, the party becomes more electable. Weeding out the bigots and racists has catapulted Farage’s party to new heights, resonating with an electorate that is tired of mainstream politics.
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Reform UK is still in its early stages and doesn't yet have the local campaigning structure to field candidates in every council by-election. Despite this limitation, their achievements so far have been truly impressive. Kudos to Reform UK!
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This isn’t about starting a war; it's about targeted strikes against terrorist groups who threaten us all. There's a huge difference between strategic strikes and full-blown war. The fact that this point needs explaining highlights a greater focus on hating Trump than understanding his policy.
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Major media outlets covering the endorsements of influential figures, such as Elon Musk, do not constitute a breach of UK electoral law. And they WILL air Musk’s opinions. FOR FREE!
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Trump is the Guardian’s new guru, it seems.
Oh dear.
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Badenoch's efforts to stem the flow of voters to Reform UK are nothing more than desperate acts from a party adrift in obscurity. The Conservative Party is a relic of a bygone era, clinging to outdated self-interests and failing to address the real concerns of the people.
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What is a sovereign nation without border control? Too often we jump to easy criticisms instead of thinking deeper. As long as we appease brutal dictators, people will seek relative safety. Open your eyes to the root causes of migration and you might find real solutions.
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To all who say 'Just ban him,' you can't. As of Jan 2025, he has 6,912 Starlink satellites in orbit. By operating from space, Starlink can evade government control if Musk chooses, making it a powerful tool in information warfare.
His current target is for 42,000 satellites. He will be unstoppable.
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If American companies hadn't chased cheap labor & outsourced jobs, people wouldn't be panicking to buy foreign made goods now. Greed drove manufacturing away, not 'progress'.
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In England, almost 14,000 people died needlessly in 2023 while waiting in A&E for up to 12 hours. Today, the NHS is in a poorer state. Compassion is a two way street.
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If Farage had acquiesced to Musk's demand for loyalty regarding his stance on Tommy Robinson, would those councillors have made the same decision?
Also, Ben Habib's extreme right wing views are no longer compatible with Farage’s more center right persuasion.
Slowly, they’re being weeded out.
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Do we not find ourselves where we are today due to 'extreme woke' ideology? If you push too far in either direction, then people will push back.
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N.Farage Earnings
Advertising for Direct Bullion: £189,300
Presenting for GB News: £42,076.80
Speaking engagement with AZ Liberty Network: £520
Recordings on Cameo: £15,451.52
With limited space for reply, I instead sought to highlight other MPs' earnings. All earnings are publicly available online.
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Will the president set a precedent for China’s ambitions towards Taiwan? Interesting.
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My point and case.
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And yet, looking at the comments here, you’d think he was a criminal.
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Under parliamentary rules, MPs are permitted to take outside jobs provided the earnings are declared in the register of members’ interests. Can you see anything illegal here?
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Calm down, calm down.
MPs External earnings over £100.
11 Nov 2024
Geoffrey Cox £975,064
Mark Pritchard £248,687
George Freeman £238,339
Beccy Cooper £172,395
Nick Timothy £145,000
Chris Bryant £137,186
John Hayes £122,113
Jack Rankin £103,877
Baggy Shanker £101,272
There, that's better.
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Is it the man or his policies that will endure? Despite Musk rescinding his financial backing, Farage may yet achieve escape velocity using his own thrust.
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Isn't diversity of thought what makes discussions interesting?
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Farage consistently shows courage in standing up for his beliefs and challenging the status quo, even when it's unpopular. Can't we all get on board with that?
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Farage’s unwavering stance is likely to strike a chord with an increasing number of electors.
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Empowering our youth with the skills they need to navigate today’s media environment is a no-brainer for me. Maybe, such an approach will gain more widespread support.
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So, selective free speech rather than universal rights. Got it.
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As part of our national education curriculum, ‘Media Literacy and Disinformation' could be introduced so as to develop critical thinking skills. Who knows, maybe we’ll see more ‘Devils Advocates’.
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And yet, Nigel Farage has publicly “disagreed” with Musks views on Tommy Robinson
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Even here on Bsky, just as in life, not every day is sunny. You are aware of the fact that over 95% of the worlds population aren't subscribers to ‘X’?
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The current momentum suggests that Reform UK might achieve what UKIP didn't: break through the political deadlock with enough force and popular support to maintain their trajectory.
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When open dialogue is possible, I'm always okay.
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True, voter behavior can shift under different systems. Yet, Reform UK's gains from disillusioned Conservative members could lend them both experienced personnel and increased legitimacy, especially in local arenas where such shifts might resonate more.
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Nigel Farage has said he "never wanted" far-right activist Tommy Robinson to join UKIP, and he "won't be" a member of Reform UK. He has also stated that Reform UK is no place for "Bigots and racists" But he does want to address the issues that currently plague our country, does he not?
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Under a proportional representation model, the election landscape changes dramatically. Based on the vote count:
Labour 228 seats. Lib-Dems 73, Green Party 71, Conservative 139.
Reform UK 100 seats.
Is Reform UK still UKIP?
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While it's true that the Liberal Democrats secured more seats in Parliament (72), making them the third-largest party by parliamentary representation, Reform UK garnered 14.3% of the total votes cast, outperforming the Lib Dems' 12.2%. This makes Reform UK the 3rd largest party by popular vote.
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Zia Yusuf (of Muslim faith) is a politician, speaker and the chairman of the Reform UK.
““I was quite intrigued by a figure that shows BAME support, support among ethnic minority voters being higher for reform at the last general election than the Liberal Democrats.”
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Is freedom of speech not a fundamental right, or is it only acknowledged when it fits a particular narrative?
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Reform UK’s inclusivity is shown by Zia Yusuf, its Muslim chairman, who notes higher BAME support than Lib Dems in the last election. Surly this challenges the far-right labels. Should the focus not be on policies addressing NHS wait times, immigration reform, tax thresholds, and energy costs?
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As with any government loan, this is not unique to Tesla. All loans carry risk.
The Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program ATVM:
Ford Motor Company $5.9 Billion
Nissan North America $1.4 Billion.
Solyndra $535 million
Abound Solar $400 million (went bankrupt)
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Musk grew Tesla from a prototype into a brand that surpasses the combined value of Toyota, Volkswagen, Daimler, Ford, and GM, all without spending a dime on advertising. The real currency here is the power of populism.
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Zia Yusuf: A second generation immigrant (of Muslim faith) is a politician, speaker and the chairman of Reform UK.
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“Support among ethnic minority voters was higher for reform at the last general election than the Liberal Democrats.”
End quote.
The talent pool is open to all.
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Clearly, vision alone isn't sufficient. A broad talent pool is essential, and as highly respected individuals from the Conservative party join Reform UK at the local level, they are gaining much-needed experience & credibility.
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If my views are turning into Vogon verses, then perhaps the universe is trying to tell us something profound about Reform UK's policies. Just a thought.
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Reform UK's agenda extends beyond stopping small boats & leaving the ECHR. Smart immigration, not mass; zero NHS waiting lists; lifting income tax thresholds to £20k; affordable energy bills by scrapping levies and slashing government waste. And a lot more. It’s all in their manifesto.
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To suggest that this money was 'stolen' implies criminal activity. In the UK, such allegations must be backed by robust evidence; otherwise, they risk being defamatory. Would not Nigel Farage now be serving at His Majesty's pleasure if there were proof of such wrongdoing?
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The complexities of party finances and campaign funding regulations can be convoluted, especially for non-experts–like yourself. Without verified evidence from regulatory bodies like the Electoral Commission or law enforcement agencies over misuse of funds by Reform UK, this is just an accusation.
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The mere speculation of a donation from Musk has in itself provided Nigel with an enormous amount of free publicity in the media. It’s all part of the game, and one that Nigel happens to play particularly well.
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Reform UK is actively seeking to address turnout inequality by appealing to broader segments of the population, including renters, non-graduates, and those disillusioned with traditional politics. This approach aims precisely at countering the "war on democracy"—hardly 'Putinite' backers.
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Just as Costco Wholesale members enjoy bulk savings and exclusive products or National Trust (UK) members gain access to historic places, Reform UK supporters receive the benefit of contributing to a movement that aims to shape policy according to their ideals.
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Branding financial backers of Reform UK as gullible is reductive. People choose to support movements they trust will enact change—this is democracy in action, reflecting diverse motivations and beliefs. These decision's are made out of conviction, not naivety.