Too bored for the election? That's exactly what they want - Anushka Asthana

Synopsis

In the lead-up to the June 8 election, Anushka Asthana critiques the repetitive slogans of the Conservative Party, highlighting their strategy of creating a sense of boredom among voters. She points out that while Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn attempts to differentiate his campaign by quoting real people like Stephen, Gail, and Marie, he ultimately succumbs to the same tactics of repetitive messaging. Asthana argues that the political landscape has become so monotonous that many voters feel disillusioned and apathetic about participating in the election. She notes that Theresa May's campaign avoids confrontational TV debates, as her team believes it poses too much risk. The focus is less on genuine political discourse and more on manipulating voter behavior to ensure turnout, even if it means treating voters like 'zombies' marching to the polls.