As flawed as the major liberal opposition parties in the West are, it’s still mind-boggling that anyone who’s one pay cheque or less away from financial ruin would cast a vote for any conservative party in any OECD country. In the case of the Tories in particular, it’s not like they’ve made a secret of their deep antipathy toward poor and working-class people or their worship of the ultra-wealthy – in 2017 they’re inextricable aspects of the party’s brand.
As an antidote to this depressing story, I urge you to read this article by comedian Frankie Boyle about the collection of grotesques vying for the leadership of the party. Those of you at work might need an explanation ready for the numerous laughs your colleagues will be hearing from your desk.
