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Is it any wonder there is little respect for local politicians with comments like that? :mad:

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No, although with hindsight it may be argued that I have placed a supererogatory burden on this thread by trying to elevate the use of stylised prose to a hitherto unknown zenith, therefore placing a heavier burden on the semantics of the English language than it should be reasonably expected to bear when discussing something as reasonably innoccuous as 'the common man'.

I blame Hitler, as per the internet discussion theory postulated by Less some time ago.

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Whereas I am quite content to accept the fact that I have much to learn, and indeed went to Ossy to do so, I doubt there is much that I can teach the Leader of the Council so the implication that he will turn up to Rishton must surely be something simply to unsettle a particularly irksome opposition backbencher.

With respect to the Oswaldtwistle AMC we picked up some useful tips, so much so that we're wondering if we can fit everything in tomorrow night.

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In truth, I've read very little on here, in which posts weren't respectful, whatever that means, to our local councillors.

True, people do grumble about politcal parties, and some policy decisions. Nationally, and locally.

Most people usually comment that it is a hard job, and they are often in a no win situation.

For centuries Britain has satirised politics, and those who choose to enter it. From eighteenth century pamphleters, nineteenth century newpaper cartoonists, to today's television shows.

It's a release mechanism, born of frustration, and the notion that it's often better to laugh, rather than cry.

Long may it continue.

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Should I keep my eyes skinned for magic bullets?

:)

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Maybe he is coming to see what he did teach you :rolleyes::D

When and where is the meeting?

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St Charles School at 7.00pm.

Precious few residents were actually aware of them so Cllr Grayson and myself posted an invite through every door in the village. If just 1% turn up then we will consider that a success as Area Councils are notoriously under-attended.

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What is your usual attendance?
I have only ever been to the Ossy one and I wont make the next one this time as I am working.

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Incredibly, about 30 out of the 7,793 residents we have. I'd quite like to remedy that!

Pity about your working that night but we also have Neighbourhood Management Boards in Hyndburn which is a slightly different setup and I very much want to go to one of their meetings as well (Church, for example).

Cllrs Joan Smith and Susan Haworth speak very highly of their boards which involve much more resident participation.

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Why not get Mr Zilli to do a cookery demo? That will get the crowds in, and he and his family will be able to walk to the meeting from the Dunkenhalgh.