In Lindsay German’s recent article, “On making the most of the parlous left-of-Labour alternative,” she provides a candid look at the mess engulfing Your Party, a new political alternative that promised so much.
German, a seasoned activist with a long history in left-wing politics, including as a convenor for the Stop the War Coalition, doesn’t mince words. She expresses “frustration and anger” at the public feud between Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, a rift that has led to legal threats and a state of paralysis. She argues that this isn’t just a personality clash but a symptom of a top-down approach that has ignored the grassroots enthusiasm bubbling beneath.
German’s piece is a powerful call for action, urging the rank-and-file to take control. She advocates for demanding a democratic conference and asserting that the party must move forward regardless of who leads it
Full article: https://www.counterfire.org/article/your-party-rewind-and-reset-weekly-briefing/