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Diane Abbott Vows to Contest Hackney Seat ‘By Any Means Possible’ Amidst Labour Party Controversy
Diane Abbott declares intent to run in Hackney 'by any means necessary'
The Labour MP embroiled in controversy regarding her position within the party alleges that "the national party" demanded her disqualification from the race, although leader Sir Keir Starmer has refuted claims that any decision has been finalized.
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Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 11:
Diane Abbott has expressed her intention to run for re-election in her Hackney North constituency in the next general election, using whatever methods are necessary.
The whip was reinstated for the Labour MP on Tuesday following nearly a year of investigation concerning a letter she penned in The Guardian, which implied that Jewish individuals do not experience racism.
Since that time, it has been unclear if she could run for the same district she has served for more than 37 years under the party's label, or if she would be prohibited from running entirely.
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Earlier on Wednesday, after The Times reported that Ms. Abbott, the first black female MP in the UK, would be prevented from contesting in this election, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer clarified that "no decision has been taken to bar" her.
However, at a gathering held in Hackney, East London to support her, she denied these claims. Addressing the audience, she said, "I was surprised to find out just yesterday that I'm being barred from seeking election under the Labour Party banner.
"My local party affiliates, several of whom are present, have chosen me, yet the national party leadership is demanding my exclusion."
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Ms. Abbott criticized the party for failing to engage with her directly and for not providing an explanation for her exclusion, stating, "Their only aim is to keep me out of parliament."
"I am incredibly surprised and concerned by the current situation, as it appears that being a Labour MP now requires one to echo the leader's statements verbatim."
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The Labour MP expressed her frustration, feeling that her party's leadership was dismissing her efforts to address issues of equality and poverty.
She pledged to continue her struggle, stating, "You have consistently supported me, through both ups and downs, and I will forever support you. I refuse to be scared or intimidated by elements that are out of our control. I will serve as your MP for as long as I am permitted to."
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Ms. Abbott stated, "Reflecting on my initial campaign for Labour MP in 1987, there was a prevailing belief that I had no chance of winning. The idea of electing a black woman to Parliament was dismissed by many, simply because it had never happened before."
"However, the community rallied, canvassed, and engaged in door-to-door outreach, ultimately leading to my election as Britain's inaugural black female MP."
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She added, "It's crucial for me to remain true to that devotion. I must stay true to my values. I need to persist in advocating for equality, assisting the impoverished, and representing the community here in Hackney."
"I assure you that I will serve as the member of parliament for Hackney North and Stoke Newington for as long as I can."
Sky News has reached out to the Labour Party for a response.
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