"Dishonesty has trashed our democracy recently. Ann Whitehead’s book is nourishing food for thought for the honest politicians and millions of good democrats of all parties who firstly need to be honest with themselves, then act while they still can.".
Description
The truth matters. Democracy requires honesty in governance. It’s better for our economy, our social values, our institutions, ourselves as individuals and ultimately the functioning of our democracy itself. This succinct and well researched guide offers a solution to the increasing problem of dishonest behaviour by some UK politicians. The book suggests devising a Vote for Honesty Campaign with cross-party support for the 2024 General Election, and then using public pressure to enforce political honesty through legal compliance. Voters simply have to ‘lend their vote’ and only vote for a candidate that has signed the Vote for Honesty Contract. Positive change is possible. A simple solution to a complex problem.
Genres
Pages162
Released2026
LanguageEnglish
PublisherClaret Press
ISBN9781918983500
SellerSimon & Schuster
About the author(s)
Ann Whitehead originally studied law. In her early career she worked in environmental management, later switching careers to the wellbeing industry. One of the reasons for changing direction being her frustration with producing recommendations that were not actioned, with the lower standard of ‘legal compliance’ often the preferred choice of the client, rather than the higher standard of ‘best practice’. Passionate about politics she has campaigned on various subjects close to her heart. This made her realise how much misinformation voters are deliberately exposed to. An optimist by nature, Ann hopes this book can contribute to a healthier political landscape.
Reviews
“Ann and I tend not to agree on much politically, yet I believe that the Vote for Honesty Campaign is essential if we are to maintain a healthy democracy.”
Jonathan Straight, entrepreneur and creator of Planet Straight
