Rylan Clark Advocates for ‘Power Rangers’ Style Governance in Bold Political Vision

Rylan expressed a keen interest in pursuing a political career and suggested replacing the traditional party system with what he called a 'Power Rangers of government.' During a discussion with political editor Beth Rigby and ex-Scottish Conservative leader Baroness Ruth Davidson, Rylan shared his admiration for Rigby, following his commendatory tweet on the day the general election was announced.

Friday, June 28, 2024, 05:

Television host Rylan Clark has expressed his desire to enter politics, envisioning a shift away from traditional party systems toward a "Power Rangers of government" approach.

The 35-year-old television host appeared alongside political editor Beth Rigby and ex-Scottish Conservative leader Baroness Ruth Davidson on this week's episode of Sky News' Electoral Dysfunction podcast.

When questioned about the possibility of switching professions, he responded, "If I weren't in my current role, there's nothing I'd enjoy more."

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Rylan, a Celebrity Big Brother winner and X Factor contestant, featured on the podcast as a substitute for Labour candidate Jess Phillips, having expressed his admiration for Rigby via Twitter on the same day Rishi Sunak declared the general election.

In a video posted featuring himself and Sky journalist Sophy Ridge standing in the drizzle outside Downing Street, anticipating Mr. Sunak's arrival at the podium, he commented: "Can't get enough of the Rigby."

He told her and Davidson that his intense interest in politics started with Brexit, noting that "there have been numerous unmet promises since that time."

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He mentioned, "Sometimes, as I lay awake at night, I reflect on [Volodymyr] Zelenskyy. He was once the host of a similar show that I hosted in Ukraine."

The television host proposed the idea of completely doing away with political parties.

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"Why don't we assemble the elite squad? Why not gather a team of superheroes from the government to unite and improve our nation? Nowadays, individuals are focusing less on political parties and more on the actual policies," he shared on the podcast.

"I believe the moment has come, or is very near, for independent politics, similar to a Big Brother All Stars edition where we select those who were exceptional participants. Let's put them in control for a year and observe the outcome."

Anyone interested in becoming a Member of Parliament (MP) is free to contest for a seat. Subsequently, an internal vote is held among the 308 members to determine a shortlist of either the top six or top 10 candidates they prefer to lead the nation.

Following a major election, a prime minister is chosen who has the authority to appoint their cabinet members.

"I have the option of appointing Jess Phillips from Labour to lead this department. Similarly, I could select Rishi Sunak to oversee the Treasury if I choose to do so."

Contact Beth, Ruth, and Ayesha Hazarika via email at electoraldysfunction@sky.uk, tweet @BethRigby on X, or forward a WhatsApp voice message to 07934 200 444.

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