Independent mayoral candidate Winston McKenzie came to Croydon to unveil his policies on Tuesday.
He also put his musical talent to the test by performing a rap outlining his political vision for London.
The brother of former world boxing champion Duke McKenzie says people are disillusioned with the current mayor Ken Livingstone.
And he insists Tory candidate Boris Johnson does not have enough in common with ordinary people in the capital.
Mr McKenzie said: "Ken, Boris, watch out. None of you can match me. I'm the best man for the job. I'm carrying the message of the people.
Backing his campaign to become London's first black mayor, is Marianne Bowness, former wife of Conservative Lord Peter Bowness.
Winston McKenzie had his own success as an amateur boxer and won international honours for England.
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CommentPosted by: andy, croydon on 8:05pm Thu 20 Dec 07
Lets hope he goes the same way as the family pub in thornton heath
Lets hope he goes the same way as the family pub in thornton heath
Posted by: Bob Peel, Croydon on 6:23am Fri 21 Dec 07
Totally agree Andy; remember the shambles of Brent thanks to the imported and assumed political skills of Bernie Grant?
Totally agree Andy; remember the shambles of Brent thanks to the imported and assumed political skills of Bernie Grant?
Posted by: Angie P, Wimbledon on 10:16am Fri 21 Dec 07
He's got my vote. :)
Posted by: David, Croydon on 1:54pm Fri 21 Dec 07
Surely the comment in the article about the campaign to be London's first black mayor is irrelevant? Afterall we've only had one mayor so far. Does this mean we will have someone starting a campaign to be the first female mayor, the first mayor over 6ft tall, the first clinically obese mayor, the first chav mayor, etc?
As for the race for mayor, I'm no fan of red Ken, but I do think he has done a lot of good things for London, even if he knew they would upset some people (i.e congestion charge), or even the government. Having said that, he has been there for a while, so a new face with fresh thinking might be what London needs right now.
Surely the comment in the article about the campaign to be London's first black mayor is irrelevant? Afterall we've only had one mayor so far. Does this mean we will have someone starting a campaign to be the first female mayor, the first mayor over 6ft tall, the first clinically obese mayor, the first chav mayor, etc?
As for the race for mayor, I'm no fan of red Ken, but I do think he has done a lot of good things for London, even if he knew they would upset some people (i.e congestion charge), or even the government. Having said that, he has been there for a while, so a new face with fresh thinking might be what London needs right now.
Posted by: ella, croydon on 4:12pm Fri 21 Dec 07
watch the video. it's so funny - truly brilliant
watch the video. it's so funny - truly brilliant
Posted by: LindenForbesSamsonBu
rnham, South Norwood on 11:29pm Fri 21 Dec 07
Winston Mackenzie as London Mayor - God help us all!
Leafleted Brixton? He'll be doing the Brixton overflow of Thornton Heath next.
Before you vote for this loser remember there's a lot of money in politics. Happy Christmas one and all and here's looking for a Winston Mackenzie free 2008.
Winston Mackenzie as London Mayor - God help us all!
Leafleted Brixton? He'll be doing the Brixton overflow of Thornton Heath next.
Before you vote for this loser remember there's a lot of money in politics. Happy Christmas one and all and here's looking for a Winston Mackenzie free 2008.
Posted by: Bob Peel, Croydon on 5:02pm Sat 22 Dec 07
[quote][bold]ella[/bold] wrote:
watch the video. it's so funny - truly brilliant[/quote] Thanks for the recommendation Ella; if he can't get that right what chance does all of London have :))
ella wrote:
watch the video. it's so funny - truly brilliant
Thanks for the recommendation Ella; if he can't get that right what chance does all of London have :))
Posted by: Mrs Jones, Tooting on 5:18pm Fri 28 Dec 07
'big on policies' well lets here them then. I'd been interested to know his views on other minorities such as the gay community?
Yes, he's a bit of a git but amusing.
'big on policies' well lets here them then. I'd been interested to know his views on other minorities such as the gay community?
Yes, he's a bit of a git but amusing.
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