A quick disclaimer: I am a socialist and I share much of Jeremy Corbyn’s politics. I believe that austerity is unjustifiable ideological warfare; I believe in renationalising the railways, I believe in Clause IV, I believe in strong trade unions, and I believe in nuclear disarmament. I also believe that Corbyn should be commended for his unwavering parliamentary record, and that the media’s sniping attacks on the man are often facetious and usually motivated by clandestine political agendas.
I clarify all of this to appease the claws of ‘Camp Corbyn’. In fact I am willing to admit that when this drawn-out election begun I initially supported the MP for Islington North. My reasons for doing so can be summarised as follows:
- He shares more of my political views than any other candidate.
- I felt that Labour were unelectable and should consequently prepare for a long period in opposition. As a straight-talking socialist Corbyn could hold a mirror to the Tories and reflect that ugly beast better than any of his invertebrate opponents.
However, as this election has progressed, I’ve become disenfranchised with the Corbynite cause.
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