Friday, 30 April 2010

The Leaders have spoken - now what's YOUR next move?

7 days. 3 choices. 1 election. And it's all in your hands - the political arena has been left open for you to enter and decide who do you want to be your representative for the next 5 years? Who you you entrust to make the right decisions and lead Britain in the right way?

After the last of the historical debates, hosted by the BBC in my hometown have come to a close, the future leaders of our country have given their opinions and debated on the final important issues which may sway the voters in their decision before reaching the almighty ballot box on the 6th of May. 

A staggering 7.5 million people tuned into the final debate - a victory in comparison to Sky's 4 million viewers last week - with the theme of the final debate being the Economy, perhaps each of the leaders opinions on this issue were the deciding factor which resigned the public to a choice.

The polls have Cameron racing far ahead as the finish line is now in sight, whilst Brown trails in last - but should Cameron be so smugly confident? After all, Brown could cut in at the final second, and we Brits do love an underdog, and with the charming Tony Blair on the campaign trail from today with Brown - are Labour back in the game? It certainly seems as though all tactics are being used and all games are being played in the fight for them to become out next Parliamentary Leader.

However, lets not forget our third choice - the Liberal Democrats lead by Nick Clegg. These debates have been much more of a success for him than even he could have hoped for, a platform and a certain captive audience for 90 minutes over the last 3 weeks have meant that Clegg's succession rate have been similar to that of a journalist, 'Who's Nick Clegg? Let's try Nick Clegg, GET ME NICK CLEGG!'. Many would argue that the Lib Dems have less to play for as they have never won an election, however, having been placed so highly on a pedestal the fall if they do not win will certainly sting to say the least.

One important point to note, however, is that the majority of young voters love the Lib Dems - the BBC's decision to hold the Leaders Debate in the University of Birmingham was certainly an easy platform to prove this - of the mix of students I was able to interview most were eager to vote for Nick and his team. Could the BBC have anything to do with this? Bringing politics to the doorstep of voters who are known for their furore and activism may have started a movement, an excitement that will spread and not only encourage the apathetic to vote but to also feel powerful enough to make a change, to collectively use the power that has been given to us and ensure that we use this wisely so our country is run in the way that we want. After all, as one questioner said on the Debate last night, we should not be ignored.

I have decided, I have made my choice. Those of you who are yet undecided - you have one week to decide. I hope the 7th of May brings no regrets.



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