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@JohnTorode78 John, I hope you’re right. If Restore can capture the votes of people who have never voted, or choose not to because they have no political home - this would be a game changer.

@JossFletch Think it will be better, I also think the comparable turnout is going to be much higher than previous. I believe this would be a bigger indicator of success

What would count as a good result for Restore? 🇬🇧 Given that Restore was only registered a few months ago: >5% = disappointing 5–8% = respectable 8–12% = strong result 12%+ = major breakthrough 15%+ = political shockwave If Restore were to finish ahead of the Conservatives, Greens and Lib Dems combined, and get into double figures, most political commentators would view that as a significant achievement for a brand-new party. Even if they don’t win, it would likely ensure they’re taken seriously going into future elections.

@theonlychild I would love for this to happen!

@JossFletch I’m fully expecting a win.

@AdamJournoUK I agree with you 100%

@JossFletch Tbh, if they got more than 5% after the media pile-on, it would be very impressive. The Daily Mail alone ran front cover hit pieces three times, and endless smear stories calling them fascists, antisemites etc, and begging everyone to vote Reform to "KeEp BuRnHaM oUt". Insane

@UnionJacked__ Relying on a split vote to win is not the cool post you think it is.

I think this is right. And we need a strong Restore vote to win the seat. Also probably need them to win GE 2029 🌹

So I was the same, however I first caught wind of Rupert Lowe when we was elected as an MP for Reform. I was saddened when he was booted out of Reform. When I heard about his new party, again I was captured by how authentic he is. I believe him, and trust he wants the best for our country. When I started comparing both Farage and Lowe, I felt that Lowe worked so much harder. I don’t feel Farage will want to stay in power if he is elected as Prime Minister. I have no evidence, just a feeling. Pleasure talking with you on these points. I won’t disrespect you like I’ve seen others just because you prefer a different party. Heck, my bestie votes Green and I’ve got A LOT to say about them 😂

@JossFletch I support Reform because I have followed Farage for a long time & trust him to deliver. I don’t agree with everything but overall, they represent the best out of all the parties for me. Labour win by 5%, restore will be around that figure too.

@baz_zigar Who do you support out of interest? Or what are your predictions?

@JossFletch Fair enough 👍

@CigarDram I agree with you. I said to my colleague I predict 8% for Restore, although I would love for the actual number to be higher!

@JossFletch just hope its over 8% and thats a fantastic start for a 4month old party in a MASSIVE LABOUR area

@Manc_in_Wigan @TheNorthernByte I would love for Restore to get that %

@TheNorthernByte @JossFletch I've gone 43 reform 31 Lab 21 restore on a conservative estimate extra turnout of restore numbers

@baz_zigar I will not be disappointed, it’s a great achievement for a party that didn’t exist just over 3 months ago.

@JossFletch Since Rupert & everyone in Restore have been saying they are going to win it, surely anything less must be a disappointment.

Restore are going to big themselves up. It’s like supporting your home team. All political parties do this. I’ve not seen any posts stating Restore will not split the vote. Both parties sit on the right, which in turn will split votes across parties on the right. People should vote for the party they align with. That is my stance.

@JossFletch Well they’ve told everyone they’ll win and not split the vote so it’s time to walk the walk or eat humble pie.

@MarkyT_MUFC @ac69807 I’m trying to be realistic. I disagree, for a party that is only 89 days old, 10%+ of the voters share is an amazing feat.

@JossFletch @ac69807 But that's what Restore activists have been saying. So anything under 15% is embarrassing

@paulmasonnews @andy4makerfield No, we do not need hope. We need action.

Vote @andy4makerfield in Makerfield today. Vote Labour. Vote Hope. 🚩🇬🇧✊

@AndyBurnhamGM No, we need action.

Today, vote hope.

@andy4makerfield @UKLabour And hope is all you’ll get, no action.

Vote Andy. Vote hope today.

@ac69807 I’m a singular person, not Restore as a whole. When did I say Restore will win? I’d love for that to happen if course.

@JossFletch Weren't you guys going to win a week ago?

@NickSmi85755728 @Irish_Bees If Burnham is elected, he will not call for an early GE. Is that what you’re suggesting? I saw a media piece that said “Andy Hurnham has suggested he might call an early GE”. The key word in here is ‘might’, because there is no way that’s happening!

Fair chance if Burnham wins. If he doesn't the incoming PM who replaces Starmer probably won't call an election in the hope they can turn things round. They won't of course but I'm hoping by the time they're forced to go to the country Kemi will have turned enough voters to win a Tory victory or create a Tory/Reform coalition.

@MasterMaliq Why don’t the men dress like this?

Stop assuming this is a symbol of slavery and oppression. For many women, it's a symbol of faith, dignity, and personal choice. Not every woman wants to dress like you. And that's okay.

I understand where you’re coming from, however I don’t think I could tactfully vote if I were in Makerfield’s shoes. I don’t agree on the abuse you’re receiving though, people need to grow up. Unfortunately there will be a few people who are extremest. I see people are passionate but some people on X need to learn that disagreements are okay, and to move on. You seem like you have a good head on your shoulders, brush this off and keep posting 👌🏻

I simply said today, that Restore (who i am 100% behind) cannot win in Makerfield, but they will poll better than folk think. Restore have far bigger battles ahead. So voting Restore is essentially letting Burnham in. Starmer is doing a grand job of destroying Labour, so leave him there, stop Burnham and hold your nose and vote Reform. Why give Burnham an opportunity to fix Labour, he has a lot more support than Queer! The abuse i have got from my own team, has been next level, i am not Restore, I’m a Reform plant! Ffs grow the fck up Over 200 unfollows for being sensible and putting country first! The reason i took so long to switch to Restore, because i wanted to as soon as Rupert declared the party, was because, i looked at the replies, posts from Restore members, the abuse towards Reform, and anyone who dare speak against Restore. Ultimately Restore best aligns with my views, so i had to switch. I just do not get it, i am not here to fight Restore members, we’re on the same fcking team. I am not here to fight Reform. But, go ahead, i don’t want followers abusing me because of my stance on Markerfield! It’s pathetic! And has actually shocked me tbh, some people are weird. For me its country first and foremost, if a borrowed vote stops Burnham, then thats what i would do. But because i would do that, i cannot possibly be a Restore member, i am a plant, been called a cnut, a tosser, fck off back to Reform! What the fck is wrong with people!?

@BeersForDodos @Bushra1Shaikh Ah yes, the religion of peace

@Bushra1Shaikh There is an inherent problem you seem to avoid. If people are Muslim first (as you have said), then service to the ummah and/or the advancement of Islam may take priority over country. That could create serious issues for the thriving of non-Muslim groups in the country.

Non-White Brits are fully entitled to criticise their country. Too many people on the right treat any criticism from ethnic minorities as evidence that we're anti-White or somehow don't belong. That attitude often stems from a deeper belief that ethnic minorities are guests in Britain rather than fellow citizens with an equal stake in the country's future. The reality is that most of us were born here. This is our home. We have every right to celebrate what Britain gets right and to speak out about what it gets wrong. Criticising your country isn't a sign that you don't belong; it's often a sign that you care enough to want it to do better.

@Bushra1Shaikh @CollinsMikeyc This isn’t just Muslims. This is many British citizens too.

This is what happens when politics becomes deeply polarised. Many people (not just Muslims) feel politically homeless. Faced with a limited set of choices, they often vote for the party that comes closest to reflecting their views, not because it represents them fully, but because the alternatives feel even further away.