Thoughts on the Current State of British Politics

The UK is entering into a political realm unknown by anyone under the age of 90. That's right. It has been ninety years since the powerful Labour Party has felt the grip of defeat by internal opposition. This is the party of the current Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, as well as a plethora of other influential (and greedy as of late) Members of Parliament. Many factors attribute to the governmental shift which is taking place.

Many blame the exponentially deteriorating economy for the Labour Party's recent defeats and decline in power. Others are simply fed up with the overspending of MP's and their use of taxes for absolutely rediculous reasons and have simply changed their political allegiences. A number, especially strong English nativists, are convinced that the ever-growing percent of foreign immigrants (from India, Pakistan, etc.) have started to pool efforts and resources throughout their communities in an attempt to transform the system. All make sense, but some are taking it a little too far. By 'some' I mean the British National Party (BNP).

The BNP just recieved it's first 2 seats in Parliament. Just two isn't a big deal though, right? Wrong. Take a further gander into the party's ideologies and platform and you'll see why. These men, who are now elected officials and under government salary (£80,000 or so plus nearly double in benefits), are radical to say the least.

First, they stanuchly deny that the Holocaust, one of the most eye opening and horrific chapters in the history of humanity, ever happened. Also, their hatred toward homosexuals and other similar 'unnatural' circles is blatant. Supporting the abuse of such people is simply wrong, no matter where one personally stands on the matter. Finally, the BNP hopes to pull the UK out of the international market - aka end the import/export of foriegn goods, as well as the mutually beneficial trade agreements & treaties which serve to keep the small island nation afloat during these difficult times. However insane these viewpoints may seem, they are tapping into certain circles which are feeling the pains of job competition and mass unemployment.

These new leaders have promised atleast 10% of their earnings for community improvements, which sounds great to many struggling individuals & families. How do some tyrants gain power? They feed the hungry and promise change... then slip in the back door. Let's hope people think twice before again casting their ballots in their favor of these blind men.

I personally cannot help but think of the 3rd Reich (Nazi Regime circa 1930-45) upon dissecting the platform, as well as growing influence, of this radical party. It is quite ironic, actually, that the BNP has finally rooted itself in the Houses of Parliament in the very week of the 65th anniversary of the Allied defeat of Hitler and the Axis Powers...

It is about 1:30 right now and I am insanely bored at work. Just thought I would share those thoughts.