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The Great Distraction: Why are we fighting each other?

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  I’ve been getting more and more annoyed with the government lately - surprise, surprise. It feels like Labour is doing their absolute best to drive a massive wedge between able-bodied people, disabled people, and the unemployed. When I say a wedge, I mean a huge one. In my opinion, Labour is proving to be a disgusting party. Keir Starmer and his cabinet are using these tactics to keep the spotlight off their own failures, and the saddest part? It’s working on some people.   I’ve seen people on Universal Credit being accused of being "lazy" by people who work. Here’s a reality check: a huge number of people on UC are workers. If anyone thinks being on UC gives you the "life of Riley," go give your head a wobble. It’s a safety net that’s barely holding together, not a winning lottery ticket. The Job Snobbery I’ve also noticed the same "weak-minded" individuals attacking people for the jobs they do: "Oh, he’s useless, he works at McDonald’s." ...