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*Last full council post*
I thought I'd write a little message to all young people. As my tenure as Lord Mayor draws closer to an end, I would have deeply regretted not writing directly to you. ~ thread ~
I thought I'd write a little message to all young people. As my tenure as Lord Mayor draws closer to an end, I would have deeply regretted not writing directly to you. ~ thread ~
Because let me tell you something - you are the hope shining through in a city, a country, a world largely and repeatedly failed by most of its influential adults.
Every school invitation, every selfie or cheery shout out on the street, every heartfelt message on social media.
Every school invitation, every selfie or cheery shout out on the street, every heartfelt message on social media.
Whether you graced the Town Hall with your visits or if we stood shoulder to shoulder, demanding urgent change, for the sake of your future and the future of our planet.
You should know that you are now and forever my real inspiration.
You should know that you are now and forever my real inspiration.
You are my real fuel to keep fighting for a better world, without fear, without holding back. Your passion empowers us, and your sense of priorities and urgency keep us in check. I am, and will be, eternally grateful.
I’m not a hero or perfect in any way. But I hope I’ve used this platform well enough to get you thinking more critically about politics, and how it affects everything and everyone!
I may not be Lord Mayor for much longer, but the battle to save the world will not end anytime soon. If you agree, then be kind enough to pledge that you’ll never forget these FIVE C’s:
That’s a reminder for myself first and foremost, but I hope there’s something in there for each of you.
From my end, I make a pledge to fight by your side, to carry you with me wherever I go and in every decision I make, with your best interests at heart.
Magid x
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From my end, I make a pledge to fight by your side, to carry you with me wherever I go and in every decision I make, with your best interests at heart.
Magid x
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For those asking my last day in office is, May 15th!
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For those interested, this is how every full council starts.
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Oh and then I decided to have a break during the council meeting to play and dance to some Somali music and jungle, cuz why not! Lol
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Absolute love and respect to these amazing lot! Papa Al (Juju Club) and Alex Deadman (Jungalist Alliance & Tramlines)
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