Reject Status Quo Politics: People Power!
Politics shapes every part of daily life, from wages to air quality. Yet, too many people fall into the habit of accepting whatever the government or media say. When we challenge what we’re told, we take back control, push for better policies, and help build a brighter, fairer future.
Don’t Fall for Political Apathy or Lies
It’s easy to think “nothing will ever change” and tune out, especially if you feel like politicians don’t listen. This is what those in power want—an inactive public that won’t hold them to account.
Lies and empty promises fill TV screens, but acting as if they’re normal only makes things worse. Staying engaged and questioning their words keeps democracy alive.
- Some MPs say there is no genocide in Israel – there is. A lie.
- Some politicians say there is no proof of climate change. There is. A lie.
- Some politicians say we need economic growth. We don’t. A lie.
- Some politicians say we need to cosy up to Trump. We don’t. A lie.
- Some politicians say rising energy prices are due to oil wars. They aren’t. A lie.
- Some politicians say we have to destroy green land and wildlife to build affordable homes. We don’t. A lie.
History shows people can change the direction of their country. Think of how the NHS started, and women got the vote. These acts only happened because ordinary people refused to settle for the way things were. There is always room to make things better, even when it feels like progress moves slowly.
Don’t Let Media Bias Decide for You
Many media outlets have their own interests. They pick what gets shown and tell stories from a certain angle, shaping who and what is seen as “possible” or “acceptable.” Unbiased reporting is rare. Read widely, check the facts, and remember: You don’t have to echo the loudest headline.
Get your news instead from Byline Times, a wonderful paper and digital news source funded by citizens. No bias, ads or government interference, so you can trust the truth is written.
Challenge Politicians and Media
Politicians and big media shy away from the toughest truths, ignoring or excusing mass violence if it suits their goals. Refusing to accept their silence or excuses matters. Speaking up, asking hard questions, and making your own voice heard can change the story, even if it’s uncomfortable.
Enter your postcode at TheyWorkForYou (to find MPs and councillors) Look up how they voted on issues, then write or email them, to ask what they are going to do about issues that you feel passionate about.
Vote for Change, Even in Unfair Systems
First-past-the-post and other voting systems often mean smaller parties or new ideas struggle. This can make your vote feel pointless. But even when it’s hard, voting for real change sends a strong message. Movements grow when voters break old habits and try something new. Every vote matters.
One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics, is that you end up being governed by your inferiors. Plato
Politics, Media and the Middle East
We have Prime Ministers and Presidents who indulge each other and those abroad who are committing genocide (while even our own BBC is like propaganda, never questioning or investigating what arms sales and cosying up to narcissistic leaders is doing). Rather than encouraging world peace and helping animals affected by war.
Despite President Trump (in a Gallop poll in September 2025) being the most unpopular leader in his country than any other modern president, the media fawned over a state visit to England (boycotted by Ed Davey, who like many thought it disgraceful to host a lavish banquet, while genocide in Gaza is starving people). Partly due to England selling arms to Israel, which then drops bombs on children’s hospitals.
Those seeking aid are even being shot dead. Ethical Consumer has a list of brands to boycott that are profiting from genocide.
Political writer Daniel Levin (whose father had his arm blown off in the last days of the 1948 war) says rather than the utopian ‘one shared state’, a different vision of a two-state solution could work. A Land for All also has a peaceful solution that could be implemented immediately.
