I have just come back from the Conservative Conference in Manchester and it was a long drive from the North West back to Essex. But it was well worth it. I have been there since last weekend, to attend as a representative from Harlow Conservatives, and as the Parliamentary Candidate. It was quite a sober week. Although the Conservatives are way ahead in the opinion polls, the party leadership refuse to be complacent. Everyone knows that whilst the sun is shining in the distance, there is still a huge mountain to climb.
That is why I was particularly pleased with David Cameron's speech today. Not only did it set out a guiding philosophy for the party - helping the vulnerable, supporting family and community, and strengthening our nation -but the Tory Leader showed that he was not afraid to duck hard decisions on the need for public expenditure cuts - because of the deep economic crisis caused by the Government.
This could have been a conference, in which the Conservatives pledged anything and everything to try and please everyone. Wisely, they did not go down this path. Most voters are fed up with big promises which are never delivered. Much better to set out things as they really are , than to over promise, and disappoint later on.
P.S. You may be interested in this article from Tory Policy Chief, Oliver Letwin, which summarises Conservative policies if we were to be elected to Government.
By Rob Halfon ~ Working hard for Harlow, Hastingwood, Nazeing, Roydon & Sheering. http//roberthalfon.blogspot.com
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