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Liberal-Minded Social Democrat who happens to be Diplomatic & Pragmatic • Member of @libdems.org.uk https://linktr.ee/civickieran

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Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 24d

All my socials + new Reddit community in one place: linktr.ee/civickieran

Building spaces for open, respectful political debate - beyond the noise. Join me.

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Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 1d

It’s ironic and quite humorous how Reform UK supporters point fingers at Labour for our economy troubles.

Yet their leader is the real reason we’re in this mess because of his huge influence in bringing about Brexit.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 2d

Let’s call on the government to negotiate a new deal and fix our trading relationship with Europe to regrow our economy.

Use the link below to put your name down.

www.libdems.org.uk/trade

Fix Britain's Trade

Liberal Democrats want to turbocharge our economy by forming a Customs Union with the EU, tearing down the trade barriers and red tape holding us back.

www.libdems.org.uk

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 2d

To each their own!

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 2d

I’m working on a Substack article about Keir Starmer - and why I think the outrage around him is often misplaced.

Keep an eye out next week.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 3d

A “just and lasting peace” in Ukraine means no reward for Putin, no compromise on freedom, and no forgetting who started this war.

Check out my latest article on the Ukraine-Russia Conflict:

The Path to Peace in Ukraine: “Just and Lasting” Means More Than Ceasefires

The announcement today from 10 Downing Street and its international partners - a united call for a “just and lasting peace” in Ukraine.

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Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 4d

Russian hackers allegedly gained access to hundreds of sensitive MoD documents. I’m stating the obvious here, but this is very bad.

I hope it serves as a wake-up call to review and strengthen our defence systems and spending.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 5d

It’s sad and predictable that the Israel-Gaza ceasefire has been broken as well as humanitarian aid now being halted.

Although we won’t know for certain who breached it, I think Israel will be pleased it has been.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 6d

I take it (ex-Prince) Andrew will be running for Reform UK now?

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 6d

Today’s No Kings protests across the U.S. are a powerful reminder that democracy only survives when people refuse to be ruled by fear or ego.

The rallies aren’t “anti-American,” as the right keeps claiming. They’re deeply patriotic.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 6d

Reform UK’s “flagship” Kent council has descended into infighting, bullying complaints, and leadership shouting matches.

If this is their idea of “doing politics differently,” it’s looking a lot like the same chaos they claim to replace.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 6d

The monarchy is a traditions that’s hard to justify democratically, even if its powers are mostly symbolic.

I’d still say that what separates the UK from authoritarian states is that the institutions can be challenged and changed peacefully. The HOS also can’t rewrite elections!

Slava Ukraini.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 6d

The UK must stay strong in its support for Ukraine. If we waver, we send a message that democracy is optional, and it never is.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 7d

Zelenskyy arriving at the White House feels like a crucial moment. I hope Trump’s tone this time is one of respect.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 7d

I’ve never cared for the tribal side of politics. My focus is simple: what’s fair, what’s practical, and what helps people most.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 8d

It did not take a lot to get drafted as well.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 8d

One of my favourite responses.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 8d

70 comments and counting, more than the likes it has!

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 8d

My recent tweet defending the Lib Dems has had a flood of angry replies from the far-right corners of Twitter.

It really sums up the problem there - people don’t debate anymore, they attack.

I’m glad places like Bluesky allow proper conversation, where you can disagree without hostility.

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Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 9d

He’s so out of touch it’s unbelievable.

The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 9d

"Nothing says honouring someone else’s life like talking about yourself the whole time."

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 9d

What I Think About Brexit - If You Care

It’s taken almost a decade, but the political fog around Brexit is finally starting to lift.

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Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 9d

The UK expanding sanctions on Russian oil giants and their “shadow fleet” is the right move.

Putin’s regime constantly dodges accountability. Tightening economic pressure is one of the few levers we still have that doesn’t cost lives.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 9d

Heard someone call into LBC and say Labour will use the promise another EU referendum to win the vote over Reform, which is quite an interesting observation.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 9d

It shouldn’t have taken this long for the government to start talking about the failure that was Brexit. Nevertheless, I’m glad they are.

Civic Kieran 🔶 @civicpolitics.co.uk · 10d

They tend to have not got as far as A-levels.

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The Bear @bearlypolitics.co.uk · 10d

BREAKING NEWS

In a move that has shocked absolutely no one with basic arithmetic skills, populist right wing party trying to win votes with fantasy economics traipses around in fetching hair shirt after all their policies are found to be economic fantasy.

Reform UK
Reform UK abandoning manifesto pledge of £90bn in tax cuts, deputy leader admits
Richard Tice says party will concentrate on cutting civil service and scrapping net zero once in government

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