Novara Live The Proxy War In Your Party
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Jan 16, 2026 Max Shanley, a Democratic Socialists member and grassroots left candidate, and Jen Forbes, a trade unionist advocating for community engagement, dive deep into the dynamics of Your Party's leadership elections. They discuss the importance of grassroots organizing and class-based politics in revitalizing the party. Their debate highlights Corbyn's ongoing influence and whether the party should focus on broad populism or distinct class issues. The conversation is a spirited reflection on the path forward for leftist movements.
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CEC Vote Will Shape The Party's Fate
- The CEC election is framed as an existential contest shaping your party's direction and viability.
- Max Shanley warns the result will decide whether the party becomes a mass mobilising force or collapses into factionalism.
Use The Election To Rebuild Outreach
- Use the CEC election to refocus outward and rebuild the coalition that attracted mass interest.
- Jen Forbes urges turning internal debate into organising in working-class communities and repairing ties with Muslim communities.
Structure Should Mirror Politics
- Collective leadership reflects a political principle: structure should model the society you seek.
- Max Shanley argues decentralising power inside the party is necessary to practise socialism authentically.