SocialistAction 1983–88

The paper of the Socialist League, formerly the International Marxist Group, 1983–88

No time for complacency HAL

· Socialist Action No. 45, 17 February 1984 · p. 4 of the scan · 322 words

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Bermondsey last year Tatchell campaigning hand, National Joan paigners pressure the other is well organised Monica Foot is in Chesterfield full-time for the duration of the by-election.

Public meetings

booked for almost every night of the campaign, and already include Kinnock, Roy HatTosie, Maymard, Denis Healey David Blunkett and Dennis Skinner. Large bands of camarriving Chesterfield, and doorstep work is well advanced.

Amidst such imorganisation, question to be raised is the lack of profile for the candidate himself. Labour has organised only two press Benn will face the glare of whether Labour likes it or Chesterfield LUL. will historic by-election. stakes are high.

In Bermondsey Peter Tatchell faced year, a hostile press Labour leadership openly against him. This time, the Labour leaders have learned their lesson.

Full support There is no question regardless of what be in individuals' minds but that Benn has the full official support Walworth Road.

I ahour activists can't atford to be complacent.

If Benn is returned, the left will see publicity, Undoubtedly, Bermondsey be an The last by-election. with the be complacent. now party activists. • Helpers from the area agent might arrival bi of the But House, Chesterfield its most ly welcome.

In the last week of the campaign, the media were able to give a final, successful push on tactical voting. It is not too late for such a move in this No one can afford to Between Chesterfield, must be the focus of attention for all outside are asked to let pete Coleman know in advance of their contacting the campaign headquarters a Club, Unity Saltergate, (phone:

Chesterfield 208387). Midweek assistance is especialTony Benn — his return will protect policies such is unilateral nuclear disarmament from attack by the right #44 2/84 • cormac THE QUEEN AND I. ...AND MRS T....

WE KNOW WHERE PEKMAIS RONNIE WILL OUR DUTY LIES.. DO THE DECENT THING • AND I COULD DO A DOUBLE!!

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