I have never been a political person. I have tended to leave political parties alone  though I have felt it an absolute duty to vote. Many women suffered to get that vote, so I bear that in mind when I am tended to be cynical and not exercise mine. But being a fully paid up member of a political party has never appealed to me - until now. Zack Polanski of the Green Party changed all that virtually overnight! Since he came into my consciousness, I have watched Zack's progress with fascination and awe at the sheer possibilities that could lie ahead under his leadership. I believe that after the debacle of the empty, scandal-ridden Tory years, the need for change is now. That need couldn't be greater and it is blowing on a wind of hope towards us, which gives an exciting feeling of anticipation in the air. Through my membership and support, I felt I wanted to show the effect Zack Polanski, a virtual unknown to me, has already had on people like me (a woman and a minority) who had...

Over 17 years ago, USA President Barack Obama burst on the scene with a stirring "Yes, We Can". Many of the American population, especially the youth, were galvanised into action, having been in some despair about the Bush years. They saw Obama's vision, they could feel the possibilities, they loved his speeches and jumped on to his bandwagon. The rest is history as he stormed the White House. Towards the end of his presidency there was some talk of voters being 'disillusioned', of him lacking 'leadership', of the president being 'weak', of falling approval ratings, and all such negative perceptions. But was that really the case, or did some people just expect too much of a mere mortal?  More interesting, are we operating in entirely different times which need a different political approach and reaction if any leader is to be perceived as achieving anything of value? Worse still, can any future politician cut the mustard and please the people al...

🍮  Welcome to  Viral Vibe , where we do news and politics differently.  If you’re tired of the mainstream media telling you what to think, while life just feels like it's stuck on repeat, you’re in the right place.  We’re here for anyone who values an inclusive perspective, and who knows that the real story is found in the lives of people like themselves. While the "official" channels are busy talking about petrol price apps and government handouts today, we’re looking at what’s actually happening beneath the surface, especially from a Black perspective.  We’ll be talking about: The voices being silenced:  Like the minority leaders in the Met police who are being sidelined just for speaking the truth. The "Groundhog Day" trap:   Why every election feels like the same empty promises for our communities. The Leading Act:   Why it’s never too late to stop being a supporting character in other people's stories and start leading your own life. Today m...