It's Time for a Government That Can Lead and Inspire

Happy Sunday!

I thought I've seen it all, because British politics rarely ever surprises me any more. I've seen a lot of shit from both the far left and the far right. But I saw something earlier in the week, that really well articulates the intention of our current government. It confirms that our country is currently being run by a group of incompetent, dim-witted fools.

First, watch the video below.

Now let's talk about it.

Kay Burley explains that Tony Abbott is a homophobe and a misogynist. This is entirely justified, as Abbott has publicly stated that he feels threatened by homosexuality. He believes that elderly people should be left to die naturally from Covid. And that men are better set to exercise authority than women.

Abbott is a charming man isn't he? Just the type of man you would want your daughter to marry... God forbid! If these were his public statements, I wouldn't want to know his thoughts or private conversation.

Burley then went on to ask Hancock a very valid question. She questioned if Abbott is the right person to represent the UK as a trade ambassador?

Hancock doesn't believe that the fact that he's a homophobe or a misogynist should matter, and it doesn't change his views because he's a trade expert.

Could someone please remind our health secretary that trade experts who are neither homophobes, nor misogynists exist! There are several of them who are suited to being an ambassador of the United Kingdom.

If there's one thing we've learned about the British government over the past few months, it's that values and integrity means nothing to the current government. It's a far-right government, hiding behind a conservative facade.

Let's all continue to do our part to raise awareness and drive some change.

Have an awesome week ahead,
Samuel

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