Davis vs. Cameron
If your into politics, you cant help but not avoid the Conservative leadership race between David Davis and David Cameron. But the real question is, who out of the two candidates is going to be the next Conservative leader? I for one was supportive of Kenneth Clarke when he was still in the race, but now that it is narrowed down to the final two, a few things need to be taken into perspective.
Firstly, who do we choose.....a young, talented individual who can bring a fresh look to the Tory party....or an experienced politician who understands both business and economics within the UK? Seems quite a simply "A or B" answer, but it does start to become complicated at this point!
David Cameron has only been in politics for approximately 4 years, and appears to take the more "moderate" approach to Conservative policies. On the other hand, Davis doesn't appeal greatly to the younger voters, and is known for having a slight lack of character when it comes to his speeches. So the question is now: "who do you support....the in-experienced politician, or the boring politician"?
In my opinion, the answer would so far have to be.....Davis. Why? Labour are a strong party, there is no doubt about it (with exception to Blairs recent defeat in the Commons over the 90 day terrorism bill), and fighting this next election is going to take the experience of David Davis to finally see a Conservative party in office. Also, it's rumoured that Blair is soon to stand down for the Labour leadership, making way for the Chancellor, Gordon Brown. I ask you, who needs character when your against Gordon Brown? If you asked me who had the most character out of Davis and Brown, i would probably have to say Davis! And finally, when Davis was questioned on 10/11/05 by the famous Jeremy Paxman on BBC2's Newsnight, Davis not only came across as confident, but also stated his policies for the Conservative party; which to me, sound like the policies which this country desperately needs.
I understand that many of you will feel differently to whom would be most suited for the Tory leadership, but even I am not entirely sure yet. On the 29th November 2005 however, both candidates are speaking at the Celtic Manor to a private audience. I managed to get tickets for this event, so it is likely that my final decision will be made then. For the time being though, the voting pendelum could swing either way for Cameron or Davis.
Davis has so far trailed behind Cameron for the Tory leadership, but 1 month of the contest still remains. Final voting: December 12th 2005
Firstly, who do we choose.....a young, talented individual who can bring a fresh look to the Tory party....or an experienced politician who understands both business and economics within the UK? Seems quite a simply "A or B" answer, but it does start to become complicated at this point!
David Cameron has only been in politics for approximately 4 years, and appears to take the more "moderate" approach to Conservative policies. On the other hand, Davis doesn't appeal greatly to the younger voters, and is known for having a slight lack of character when it comes to his speeches. So the question is now: "who do you support....the in-experienced politician, or the boring politician"?
In my opinion, the answer would so far have to be.....Davis. Why? Labour are a strong party, there is no doubt about it (with exception to Blairs recent defeat in the Commons over the 90 day terrorism bill), and fighting this next election is going to take the experience of David Davis to finally see a Conservative party in office. Also, it's rumoured that Blair is soon to stand down for the Labour leadership, making way for the Chancellor, Gordon Brown. I ask you, who needs character when your against Gordon Brown? If you asked me who had the most character out of Davis and Brown, i would probably have to say Davis! And finally, when Davis was questioned on 10/11/05 by the famous Jeremy Paxman on BBC2's Newsnight, Davis not only came across as confident, but also stated his policies for the Conservative party; which to me, sound like the policies which this country desperately needs.
I understand that many of you will feel differently to whom would be most suited for the Tory leadership, but even I am not entirely sure yet. On the 29th November 2005 however, both candidates are speaking at the Celtic Manor to a private audience. I managed to get tickets for this event, so it is likely that my final decision will be made then. For the time being though, the voting pendelum could swing either way for Cameron or Davis.
Davis has so far trailed behind Cameron for the Tory leadership, but 1 month of the contest still remains. Final voting: December 12th 2005
posted by James.R.Skinner at 8:57 pm
3 Comments:
Ill be honest...when i saw this in updated blogs list, i thought "no it couldnt be"...then the page loaded. There it was, a monument to tories everywhere. I was considering attacking you, the whole "tory boy" thing, but im intending on doing economics (and enjoy it) so i decided not to.
In any case. Well done. Truelly, if this is all your own work (and i suspect it is), then congratulations. I thought no-one at 18 was politically active in this era.
Also...Liberal democrats have far better policies, in addition to not allowing their members to work in prvate companies and be in government. Finally, where do you stand on the EU? Im a federalist :)
Thanks for your comment, but in all honesty, I cant say i agree with you on saying the Liberal Democrats have far better policies, but then again, you are entitled to your opinion.
And my view on Europe is simple, I personally feel that Britain being apart of the EEC is unworthy. Over 80% of all our laws come from Europe, so this undermines the point in having a British parliament. Also, being apart of Europe is costing us billions of pounds each week, money which could be spent on domestic services such as public transport, the NHS, police e.t.c. And finally, i just personally dont think the European Union is going to work. Economists are already predicting the failure of the Euro (you may have heard about that while studying Economics...good choice by the way!), and in general, there is far too much bureaucracy and red tape to involve ourselves in such an affair. As Winston Churchill said, "we need to work together to form a United States of Europe", not a United "State" of Europe.
"Lies, Damn Lies, and Statistics". The benefits of the European Union are not quantifiable...and i dont have the time to argue them (work to do), however i'd like to point out the recent argument between China and their infernal exports, something that Britain alone could never have been big enough to do.
Id like to also highlight that economically we are of no real significance to the global powers, China has for many years now had the Yuan pegged at a ridiculously low level, only with the help of the entire european economy our we big enough to make them stop and re-consider.
This argument is to broad to reply adequately in a 5 minute response, and im not really sure im up to it. Exhausted fighting for Europe against the idiots that make up UKIP or the idiot that is "veritas"...and frankly im not sure the conservative party is as anti-europe as they are now portraying (*cough* UKIP supporters *Cough*).
"there is far too much bureaucracy and red tape to involve ourselves in such an affar" I agree but unfortunately with the rejection of the constitution...
Anyway, hope kenneth gets picked for leader. Hell! I'd vote conservative if he gets elected.
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