Naomi Smith
CEO @bestforbritain, co-host @ohgodwhatnowpod, X-party activist, internationalist, xenophile, recovering accountant.
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Starmer’s strategy is back to front - the trade deal we need isn’t with the US
Our most important defence ally is the United States, our largest trading partner is the European Union. Yet somehow, we are chasing better trade terms with America while seeking stronger military ties with Europe.Do not tolerate the intolerant
Tomorrow marks UNESCO’s International Day for Tolerance - a celebration of embracing diversity, inclusion and education. But in an increasingly polarised world, we must stand firm and never tolerate intolerance.Don’t rage against the Trump machine – capitalise on its weaknesses
There can’t be many in Labour celebrating Trump’s return to the White House but perversely, that Republican victory could be the making of Starmer’s premiership if he seeks out the opportunities that will arise.Scottish voters are the most Pro-European in Britain, they should have influence beyond opposition benches
The next UK Government will have the unprecedented opportunity and responsibility to rebuild the UK-EU relationship and as the most pro-European nation in the UK, the bulk of the Scottish electorate must be represented in the halls of power.The Greens have reason to hate it, but tactical voting is more important than ever
“It’s not easy bein’ green” - a 1970 hit for Kermit the Frog and a truism in British politics. Despite enjoying sustained and widespread support, the Green Party have been consistently and almost completely frustrated by our outdated electoral system.Annus Horribilis, one year of Rishi Sunak
As his rapidly diminishing group of friends don paper hats, blow up balloons and grab last minute cards from the corner-shop to celebrate this most ignominious anniversary, what does Sunak credibly have to celebrate after 365 days holding office?The Election has started...
Labour's monumental wins in the two by-elections held last night have rightly energised those who believe that a change at the top is critical to the future of our country...It matters that the Tories love Nigel Farage again. Look up the name Preston Manning, and you’ll see why
Both Manning and Farage demonstrate how our current “winner takes all” system can be used by the far right to spook moderate conservatives into normalising fringe views. If Labour wins the next election, it should take a look at the last 70 years of UK politics, 46 of which have had Conservative governments elected on a minority of votes, and weigh up if proportional representation may not serve both them and the country better.Even after Rishi’s car crash conference, he’s got a good shot of winning the election
For those watching Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party conference speech on Wednesday, you might have been surprised by his jubilant tone and overt confidence.Bringing Europe back to Lib Dem Conference
All called upon the current leadership to be bolder in their defence of shared values with Europe. Our audience applauded the video, some shed a tear, and many questioned why a speech like that made by Charles Kennedy wasn’t being made on the main stage at this conferenceWhen it comes to opportunities for young Brits, England is 3-0 down to the Aussies
No matter what happens on Sunday, let’s enjoy this victory because off the pitch our record against Australia is less impressive. In the ongoing contest of attracting and retaining the next generation of young workers, we’re in the middle of a 3-0 drubbing.For the EU it turns out no deal could be better than a bad deal
Hot on the heels of their agreement with the Kiwis, the long anticipated EU-Australia trade deal was due to be announced this week but reports suggest that agriculture is proving the stubborn, if expected, sticking point.F.P.W.P. - First past what post?
In the world of horses, first past the post (FPTP) means just that. Getting to within a furlong of the finish and then expiring counts for nowt, even if you were the last gelding standing. Politics, of course, purloined FPTP from the racing fraternity and applied it to the outdated electoral system which still blights general elections in Britain, among other places.