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UK Muslim coalition asserts political influence in upcoming elections

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: The Muslim Vote website
  • 21 Dec 2023 18:37
3 Min Read

This comes amid a clear divergence between the stance of the political class and the sentiments of a significant portion of the population.

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  • UK's Muslims assert political influence in upcoming elections
    People walk down Regent Street as they take part in a 'March For Palestine' in London on October 14, 2023. (AFP) 

The fact that a staggering 81% of the UK's Members of Parliament (MPs) voted against endorsing a ceasefire in Gaza, on November 15, 2023, widespread discontent prevailed among Muslims and justice advocates who feel increasingly alienated by the current political representation.

The parliamentary session, a crucial moment for addressing the ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza, witnessed a clear divergence between the stance of the political class and the sentiments of a significant portion of the population. Muslims, along with individuals advocating for justice, expressed deep dissatisfaction with the overwhelming rejection of the proposed ceasefire and launched campaigns for channeling their votes in the upcoming elections in the UK.

🇵🇸 Another absolutely huge demonstration in London for #Palestine.

🇵🇸 Stretching all the way from Bank to Whitehall!

🇵🇸 Sunak, Starmer and co listen up: we will continue to march until there's a ceasefire and justice for the Palestinians. pic.twitter.com/8Oczmt8eYc

— Stop the War (@STWuk) December 9, 2023

Meanwhile, critics argue that MPs who voted against the ceasefire have demonstrated a disconnection from the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and have not aligned with the principles of justice and peace.

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A new wave of political engagement

The Muslim Vote emerges prominently as one of the leading organizations, demonstrating its influential role in shaping political landscapes, most notably in the upcoming elections.

Recognized for its significant impact, the organization has risen to the forefront, becoming a key player in mobilizing and channeling the Muslim vote. With a strategic focus, The Muslim Vote has established itself as a pivotal force in the political arena, contributing to a nuanced and empowered engagement of the Muslim community in the democratic process.
 
The upcoming elections in the UK "signals a shift – Muslim issues at the forefront," as per The Muslim Vote website.

"We will no longer tolerate being taken for granted. We are a powerful, united force of 4 million acting in unison. We are focused on seats where the Muslim vote can influence the outcome. We are here for the long term. In 2024, we will lay the foundations for our community’s political future," they added on their website.

The Muslim Vote's philosophy is straightforward as per the website: if none of the candidates express pro-Palestine or pro-peace stances, they will exert more effort to persuade them otherwise. In most cases, alternative parties tend to endorse these positions, ensuring that there is likely a candidate aligning with these values in almost every constituency, they stressed.

It is worth noting that the call for change in the UK has grown louder in the wake of the Israeli genocidal war on Gaza, and its aftermath will seemingly reverberate in the upcoming elections.

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