ON BEHALF OF THE WORKING CLASSES

 

THE POOR OLD WORKING MAN*

I fear that Robert, who on the latest polls is shown to represent 50% of the Curmudgeon Incⓒ blogs readership, is a bit conflicted about where his preference in voting for the upcoming elections should be. His normal 'True Blue' stance ( National Party supporter) - appears to be giving way to The New Conservatives:

"It's a hard being a voting Catholic in New Zealand. Both Labour and National have a policy of promoting abortion of unborn children.
The New Conservatives are more pro life."

- Robert The Inconsequential Sinner

 I tried to be of assistance in my usual, helpful way by suggesting that:

The New Conservatives (NZ) is a right wing, racist, reactionary, Christian political group which, as per its UK equivalent is supported by Donald trump.
Yes, I can see why you would support these bozos."

- The Curmudgeon 

I really think that Robert  is between a rock and a hard place here given that neither of his latest two preferences - National and The New Conservatives - represent his social, economic, demographic or educational position and background.

I'm proudly a Labour Party supporter and, having an open mind and an interest in politics and history, understand what Socialism means and I don't confuse Socialism's concept and ideals with Communism and the many twisted and perverted interpretations that right wing politicians give to, and promulgate about it.

Perhaps it will be helpful for Robert to see what the working classes are all about. Maybe this little film will be helpful.

THE WORKING CLASSES

* My parents had this Billy Russell recording and we all (pre TV days) enjoyed listening to it over and over along with a recording of Gerard Hoffnung's 'The Bricklayer's Lament'.