Hi, I’m James. I’m running in this year’s council election as a candidate with Victorian Socialists because I believe in a society that puts people before profit.
I’m a Moonee Ponds local, a student, and a furniture removalist.
Politicians at all levels of government have grown increasingly out of touch with the people they’re supposed to represent. In a wealthy country like Australia, everyone should have the chance to live a decent life – but the people at the top are seeing their wealth grow rapidly, while many at the bottom are being left behind. Councils have a responsibility to help turn this situation around, and tackle urgent issues like the destruction of public housing, rising rents, and the cost of living.
I’ve been a community organiser for many years. I’ve been involved in campaigns against racism, for refugees’ and workers’ rights, and for environmental action. In recent times, I’ve campaigned in solidarity with the people of Palestine and against Israel’s war in Gaza. I believe our Council should take a stand on questions of social justice, and act on it.
If elected in October, I’ll fight for our community and for the better world that we need and deserve.