I am expecting news any day of a proof-reader for Dan Nelson's website.
The typo count is quite impressive on his website.
Dan "where is the Labour candidate" Nelson tried and failed
in Milton last year. (His cheap jibe at my absence from last year's count shows
just how well he does his research - I was in hospital at the time.) He has
been selected by the local Tories to try to oust Cllr Derek Kenyon from Southchurch ward.
Curiously, his contact page invites one to 'Contact
us' - us? The page appears to advertise Mr Nelson's charms, solely.
Daniel (he insisted on me calling him Dan at a recent meeting) wants to
protect "what makes Southchurch so
great". There is, though, no indication of what this is. Perhaps he could
consult the non-Southend resident, Cllr Ann Holland, for advice on this.
None of his posts allow comments. Is he afraid of something, criticism
perhaps?
On the good side, the site exists. At least residents can see who he is
and what he is doing. I like local political blogs, even if they espouse views
that I disagree with. Dan's is a welcome addition.
It is light on subjects with real meat in them, but that may be
deliberate. I hope this is not deliberate because important issues need voices
from all places. I would hope that Dan is not evading contention in the hope to be all things to all men, a
strategy that as dishonest as it is doomed.
Dan's selection is early, and he may be on his own as I have yet to see any official announcement of Conservative candidates for other Southend-on-Sea wards.
Southend Labour has not selected for any ward for the 2018 elections as yet. This is likely to occur in the early summer.
