Corbyn's interview (or non interview) with Sky on Sunday

[Jimmy Jimmy]

That 'interview' reminds me of the Paxman interview with Michael Howard.

Funny the difference in responses though from the usual suspects on here

The problem that Howard found and that Corbyn will also find is that you need to speak to the press and TV news - no matter how annoying you find them.

[Colonel Cærdiffi]

Only yesterday feedy was saying:

it is strange that you seem to think the press won't attack him at some point in the future. I'd have thought you would appreciate that now he is leader they will do whatever they can to discredit him.

Corbyn knows this as well as anyone and yet here's feedy today, accusing Corbyn of "disagreeing with a free press" for ignoring one idiotic Murdoch street presser.

Surely then, by that logic, there are no examples in existence of any right wing politician avoiding answering a journalists' question?

[Jimmy Jimmy]

Is he the actual 'Leader' of the labour party then ?
I thought that was part of the job

[Colonel Cærdiffi]

Is he the actual 'Leader' of the labour party then ?

Glad I could clear that up for you

[Feedback]

Only yesterday feedy was saying:

it is strange that you seem to think the press won't attack him at some point in the future. I'd have thought you would appreciate that now he is leader they will do whatever they can to discredit him.

Corbyn knows this as well as anyone and yet here's feedy today, accusing Corbyn of "disagreeing with a free press" for ignoring one idiotic Murdoch street presser.

Corbyn is a socialist. pretty much all socialists disagree with freedom of the press, freedom of thought and freedom of expression.

under UK law, you have the right to remain silent but anything you omit can be used against you. Corbyn omitted an answer thus this can be used against him - he is clearly hiding something.

[Mick the Miller]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

I know you mostly talk bollocks which you are proving admirably yet again in this thread , but this nonsensical comment is truly mystifying , even for you.

[Colonel Cærdiffi]

Only yesterday feedy was saying:

it is strange that you seem to think the press won't attack him at some point in the future. I'd have thought you would appreciate that now he is leader they will do whatever they can to discredit him.

Corbyn knows this as well as anyone and yet here's feedy today, accusing Corbyn of "disagreeing with a free press" for ignoring one idiotic Murdoch street presser.

Corbyn is a socialist. pretty much all socialists disagree with freedom of the press, freedom of thought and freedom of expression.

I see. And this latest episode of a socialist exercising his right to not answer any old question thrown at him by a street douche has reinforced this bonkers view of yours?

So tell me, what is he hiding and how will it be used against him?

[Elwood Blues]

That 'interview' reminds me of the Paxman interview with Michael Howard.

So it's not just me then!!

[Colonel Cærdiffi]

That 'interview' reminds me of the Paxman interview with Michael Howard.

Funny the difference in responses though from the usual suspects on here

Are you comparing this with the Howard/Paxman interview or not?

[Jimmy Jimmy]

Funny that as Caroline Flint when applying to be deputy leader said

"Communication: I'll go on the Today programme and Question Time (just like I did yesterday!), and sit on the Good Morning Britain sofa, and explain to people what Labour stands for and why people should support us, as well as defend the party on difficult days.

Commons: I'll deputise for the leader in the House of Commons at Prime Minister's Questions."

- It's like a tap that keeps on giving.

I truly hope Corbyn comes up with something of an alternative - would love an end to austerity - as promised.

[Feedback]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

I wonder when the left get their way and was have the stasi or securitate on the streets following us whether the mantra from Corbyn will be that we can just 'avoid' their questions.

your response is symptomatic of my mistrust of socialists. you simply cannot accept differing opinions to yours and look to talk down to those who don't share your world view.

[ragbone]

Well done Jeremy Corbyn showing again why he's a different horse to all the other politicians out there whilst showing up the "journalists" harassing him. He's playing his own game.

Or this next six months is going to be fun

[Feedback]

Only yesterday feedy was saying:

it is strange that you seem to think the press won't attack him at some point in the future. I'd have thought you would appreciate that now he is leader they will do whatever they can to discredit him.

Corbyn knows this as well as anyone and yet here's feedy today, accusing Corbyn of "disagreeing with a free press" for ignoring one idiotic Murdoch street presser.

Corbyn is a socialist. pretty much all socialists disagree with freedom of the press, freedom of thought and freedom of expression.

I see. And this latest episode of a socialist exercising his right to not answer any old question thrown at him by a street douche has reinforced this bonkers view of yours?

Surely then, by that logic, there are no examples in existence of any right wing politician avoiding answering a journalists' question?

perhaps that was only the first question and the journalist had more questions to ask. We will never know as man of the people Corbyn believes his politics are above scrutiny by the press.

[Colonel Cærdiffi]

Only yesterday feedy was saying:

it is strange that you seem to think the press won't attack him at some point in the future. I'd have thought you would appreciate that now he is leader they will do whatever they can to discredit him.

Corbyn knows this as well as anyone and yet here's feedy today, accusing Corbyn of "disagreeing with a free press" for ignoring one idiotic Murdoch street presser.

Corbyn is a socialist. pretty much all socialists disagree with freedom of the press, freedom of thought and freedom of expression.

I see. And this latest episode of a socialist exercising his right to not answer any old question thrown at him by a street douche has reinforced this bonkers view of yours?

Surely then, by that logic, there are no examples in existence of any right wing politician avoiding answering a journalists' question?

under UK law, you have the right to remain silent but anything you omit can be used against you. Corbyn omitted an answer thus this can be used against him - he is clearly hiding something.

If he had more questions then he should have piped up, the fact he asked the same provocative question repeatedly shows he had nothing else up his sleeve and Corbyn was right to ignore him, especially considering the fact he went on to appoint 16 women in his cabinet shortly afterward.

[Colonel Cærdiffi]

Y'know feedy, for someone who was saying this about Corbyn only last night:

EDIT: My mistake, you were referring to John McDonnell. Apologies.

[Observer]

when he was asked about the lack of women in senior positions in the cabinet.

After watching this video I have come to the conclusion that Labour are now a serious risk to our nation's security, our economy's security and your family's security.

[TH63]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

I wonder when the left get their way and was have the stasi or securitate on the streets following us whether the mantra from Corbyn will be that we can just 'avoid' their questions.

What the hell does this mean Feedcrap?

[babyloncardiff]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

This.

I'm all for a free press, but this kind of badgering people on the street is completely unecessary. It's like a particularly crap episode of Rogue Traders.

When Michael Howard refused to answer Paxmans question as to whether he had overruled the Head of the Prison service regarding the sacking of a prison governor he was quite justifiably asked the question 12 times and prevaricated each time (he eventually answered 7 years later when Paxman asked him again!!!)

That's absurd logic. The press have a right to ask him questions and he is well within his rights to ignore them - that's democracy. It's also worth noting that the "free press" that is "one of the cornerstones of our democracy" is not some neutral entity but is heavily weighted in favour of the political right. They have been involved in a rabid campaign of character assassination against him over the past few weeks and if he wants to give them a silent two fingered salute that's up to him. Whether, tactically, this is good politics or not is another question.

[jon1959]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

I wonder when the left get their way and was have the stasi or securitate on the streets following us whether the mantra from Corbyn will be that we can just 'avoid' their questions.

What the hell does this mean Feedcrap?

http://datingasociopath.com/2013/06/08/the-sociopath-will-al ways-accuse-you-of-what-they-are-guilty-of-themself/

[Feedback]

Only yesterday feedy was saying:

it is strange that you seem to think the press won't attack him at some point in the future. I'd have thought you would appreciate that now he is leader they will do whatever they can to discredit him.

Corbyn knows this as well as anyone and yet here's feedy today, accusing Corbyn of "disagreeing with a free press" for ignoring one idiotic Murdoch street presser.

Corbyn is a socialist. pretty much all socialists disagree with freedom of the press, freedom of thought and freedom of expression.

I see. And this latest episode of a socialist exercising his right to not answer any old question thrown at him by a street douche has reinforced this bonkers view of yours?

Surely then, by that logic, there are no examples in existence of any right wing politician avoiding answering a journalists' question?

under UK law, you have the right to remain silent but anything you omit can be used against you. Corbyn omitted an answer thus this can be used against him - he is clearly hiding something.

Not really. The street "journalist" was asking about the lack of women in senior positions in the cabinet.

maybe Corbyn only appointed the women once he realised that he was now being scrutinised closely and this journalist was the catalyst. you cannot prove otherwise so don't even try

[Feedback]

Y'know feedy, for someone who was saying this about Corbyn only last night:

it is about time we had clear division in our two main parties. I think this is a welcome appointment.

I am not railing against Corbyn, I am watching his supporters froth at the mouth when it is pointed out he cannot turn water in to wine.

[Mick the Miller]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

I wonder when the left get their way and was have the stasi or securitate on the streets following us whether the mantra from Corbyn will be that we can just 'avoid' their questions.

What the hell does this mean Feedcrap?

Or has it confounded you also ?

[Colonel Cærdiffi]

Only yesterday feedy was saying:

it is strange that you seem to think the press won't attack him at some point in the future. I'd have thought you would appreciate that now he is leader they will do whatever they can to discredit him.

Corbyn knows this as well as anyone and yet here's feedy today, accusing Corbyn of "disagreeing with a free press" for ignoring one idiotic Murdoch street presser.

Corbyn is a socialist. pretty much all socialists disagree with freedom of the press, freedom of thought and freedom of expression.

I see. And this latest episode of a socialist exercising his right to not answer any old question thrown at him by a street douche has reinforced this bonkers view of yours?

Surely then, by that logic, there are no examples in existence of any right wing politician avoiding answering a journalists' question?

under UK law, you have the right to remain silent but anything you omit can be used against you. Corbyn omitted an answer thus this can be used against him - he is clearly hiding something.

Not really. The street "journalist" was asking about the lack of women in senior positions in the cabinet.

Corbyn answered that question in the best way possible, with actions rather than words, by appointing 16 women in his cabinet

EDIT: I just want to say, you saying that he only appointed women because some git on the street questioned him about it is up there with one of the most insane things you've ever said, and there's heavy competition for that spot.

[Mick the Miller]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

I wonder when the left get their way and was have the stasi or securitate on the streets following us whether the mantra from Corbyn will be that we can just 'avoid' their questions.

What the hell does this mean Feedcrap?

I know you mostly talk bollocks which you are proving admirably yet again in this thread , but this nonsensical comment is truly mystifying , even for you.

The Wriggler.

[Feedback]

He's under no obligation to talk to people following him on the street, they continued to follow him and ask the same questions long after it had become clear he had no intention of talking to them.

I wouldn't mind betting he didn't want to give a Rupert Murdoch media outlet a story, although that didn't stop them uploading it anyway

This.

I'm all for a free press, but this kind of badgering people on the street is completely unecessary. It's like a particularly crap episode of Rogue Traders.

When Michael Howard refused to answer Paxmans question as to whether he had overruled the Head of the Prison service regarding the sacking of a prison governor he was quite justifiably asked the question 12 times and prevaricated each time (he eventually answered 7 years later when Paxman asked him again!!!)

Don't recall him getting much sympathy. Didn't deserve it,neither does Corbyn now.

That doesn't change the fact that Corbyn avoided the question. Somehow I don't think if Cameron did that that those defending Corbyn here would be so forgiving.