Political advocacy piece calls for elected House of Lords, condemns appointment system as corrupt
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Summary
This article is a political advocacy piece calling for reform of the House of Lords, arguing that the current system of appointing lawmakers is corrupt and undemocratic. It claims the honours system rewards political allies and donors, and demands that legislators be elected by the people rather than appointed by politicians. The piece urges readers to sign a petition to demand change.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledIt's clear to see our political honours system for what it is – nothing more than a grubby giveaway for loyal political allies and big party donors.
Our legislators should be chosen and thrown out by the people, not appointed by politicians.
Attempts to control the size of the House of Lords via restraint in appointments has failed, the institution needs a root and branch reform.
We can't let them continue to shape the laws of everyday people any longer.
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