Leaving the ECHR will not magically “stop the boats”
The ECHR is only one part of a wider legal, diplomatic and operational picture. Leaving it could also make cooperation with European partners harder.
Reform councillor losses matter
Resignations, suspensions, expulsions, defections and disqualifications can point to weak vetting, poor discipline or instability.
Progressive vs reactionary politics
Progressive politics looks forward to reform, inclusion and democratic renewal. Reactionary politics tends to look backwards and blame social change.