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EppingBlogger's avatar

Don't worry Matt. We know the sort of decent patriotic thoughtful bloke you are. Don't let them get you down with their cheating and lies.

Potty Bird's avatar

A most moving piece Matt. Bless you and good luck! 🤞🤞🤞🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

Deborah R's avatar

You're a first-class candidate, Matt - a cut above 99% of the rest. I sincerely hope you win the seat. You'll be such a formidable asset in our Parliament.

FM's avatar

My Grandad fought in both world wars and eventually died of his injuries. His name is on the war memorial in the town he was born and lived in. I often wonder what he died for, with the way things have gone so desperately downhill in so relatively short a period of time, with the invasion of our nation that politicians have allowed to go unchecked.

One thing I am sure of is that your Grandad would be so immensely proud of you, just as so many of us observers now are immensely proud of you Matt. We’re complete strangers but we are willing you on; you have an invisible army at your shoulder. 🩵🇬🇧🩵

Valerie Thompson's avatar

You've packed a punch in a few words here, Matt. Your grandparents' struggles and morals and values are what you are fighting to uphold, and thank you for doing so. You WILL make a brilliant MP 👏 👌

Graham Ward's avatar

Good luck, Matt. I live in Bury South, so not too far away. They're scared.

Janet Pickering's avatar

You’re doing great Matt. You will be great. You’re changing direction, going places, moving forward and taking the country with you. 👊

Sue Alderman's avatar

Sorry about the rubbish being spouted about you by Labour especially. They are obviously worried by you! All the best in your quest.

Suzanne Horner's avatar

I have great respect for your views. Keep it up, Matt.

Peter Eastwood's avatar

Great work Matt!

You are the best person for the job. We are all willing and praying that you win the seat. You will be a tour de force in parliament and a step closer to overall success.

Thanks and best of luck.

Elizabeth Swift's avatar

Your communication skill, Matt, at all levels is founded on not losing sight of your family origins. Allied with your integrity and deep political insight, your electorate will recognise you are on their side and respond positively to provide your winning majority.

PAUL MARSHALL's avatar

Well done for standing Matt, ive been a fan since first seeing you on Triggernometry.

If you get in , theres a good chance you will be reform leader in five to ten years time.

Andrew G's avatar

Best of luck, work hard, it’s not a done deal, stay safe and please stay away from the disgusting Labour smear tactics.

Matthew Harper's avatar

Bit of advice, Matt, don't oversell the working class bit, many politicians try it and it can be a bit patronising. Other than that, good luck, Go Get 'Em.

Ann Marie's avatar

I found this piece very moving as my family have a similar background, though linked to Sheffield rather than Manchester. Those who know you and your work know how much you believe in your country. I admire your courage: stay strong. All the best of luck. You would be an excellent MP. Good luck.

Brigitte Graham's avatar

Matt, We will be rooting for you (from East Devon!) Hoping you get loads of support from the 'locals' in your campaign.