Feuds, boycotts and the birth of Your Party
Summary
The article discusses the launch of a new political group in the UK called "Your Party," led by Jeremy Corbyn. The group faces internal conflicts, notable member expulsions, and protests during its founding conference. Despite these issues, Corbyn sees the party as a chance to create a popular socialist force.Key Facts
- "Your Party" is a new political group in the UK led by Jeremy Corbyn.
- The party's launch event had internal conflicts and member expulsions.
- Founding MP Zarah Sultana boycotted the conference, claiming a "witch hunt" against activists.
- The party aims to have a member-controlled leadership system instead of a single leader.
- Attendance at the conference was lower than expected, with only 2,500 out of a planned 13,000 delegates.
- Party officials say they expelled members who belonged to other political groups, breaching party rules.
- Corbyn encourages unity and describes the party as an opportunity for a mass-appeal socialist entity.
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