Johnson won the election. But he didn't win a majority of the country in his proxy referendum. And worst of all for long term health of UK democracy: his is ultimately a triumph for deliberate, systematic, shameless political dishonesty.
But spilt milk etc. 3 points:
But spilt milk etc. 3 points:
1) Election was called so that Johnson could pass withdrawal deal (could've done anyway) without proper scrutiny (which it deserves & needs).
Also paves way for transitional period - deliberately designed to create accountability gap between leaving EU & its real consequences
Also paves way for transitional period - deliberately designed to create accountability gap between leaving EU & its real consequences
2) and yet just when we need scrutiny & accountability of Tories the most, both Labour & LibDems are in disarray / risk internal warfare. Luxuries we can't afford. Those of us who can, will of course do what we can. But we also need strong political & parliamentary leadership.
3) Always remember: for radical Trumpists who have now completely taken over so-called Conservative Party, Brexit is not an end in itself. It is only a means to hard right transformation of UK economy & society. The battle over Brexit is opening skirmish of war for UK's very soul
