Last night the Islington CLP held a meeting to decide which candidate they would support in the Labour leadership election – they voted for Corbyn over Smith by 266 votes to 100. Some members have reported on disturbing comments and responses during the debate:
Although some are claiming these allegations are untrue (another ‘factional lie’ to quote that last inset tweet) this comment from a Corbyn backer would appear to provide independent verification.
Alec adds:
The Labour Party is an institution designed by Satan to keep the Conservative Party in power.
— Philip Pullman (@PhilipPullman) August 11, 2016