In an era when party fundraising is badly tainted, dinners are a really good way of raising cash for campaigning. Lots of people giving very small amounts of money through ticket sales and raffle prizes: yes, it’s much harder work than big donations, but I think it’s a more democratic and transparent way of fundraising. Lucy Powell Read Quote
At its most basic the democratic contract is a simple one: the right to vote comes with a responsibility to society, through tax payments and citizenship. Lucy Powell Read Quote
Sixteen- and 17-year-olds pay taxes and can join the army, so surely they should in turn be given their right to vote. Lucy Powell Read Quote
For sure, the ‘Obamania’ that’s fast taking hold reflects an incredible thirst for change in global politics and, dare I say, a wave of optimism that things can be different. Lucy Powell Read Quote
Today the demands are for even higher standards in the quality of care, for greater flexibility and convenience in treatment times, and for more prevention through screening and health checks. Lucy Powell Read Quote
The cost of motoring is a massive issue at the moment, there’s no question. The price of petrol goes up every time you go to the petrol station. Lucy Powell Read Quote
The economic and social decline of Zimbabwe is shocking and appalling. Life there is unrecognisable from that of the recent past. Each day is a struggle for basic survival. Lucy Powell Read Quote
In last year’s local elections in Manchester a third of those who voted did so by post. It’s not just that people are choosing to get postal votes, but having one makes it much more likely that they’ll vote. Lucy Powell Read Quote
Indeed, when all parties campaign effectively the overall effect is to push up voting rates, as you see in tight marginal seats or close general elections. That must be good for democracy. Lucy Powell Read Quote
