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Name: Angela Jhanji
Status: MYP
Constituency: Hounslow

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Which political issues are you most passionate about?

The main political issues I am most passionate about start with transport. The ways in which bus drivers' attitudes towards young people are disgraceful as most young people are unfairly stereotyped against. Furthermore the portrayal of young people in the media; not all young people are the same, so it is unfair that we are all judged on the basis of the minority. I am also passionate about the environment, so encouraging recycling and cutting down on CO2 emissions are an area of interest.

What do you feel is the biggest issue for young people in your constituency?

I represent Hounslow, and I believe the biggest issue for young people in my constituency is the attitudes of bus drivers towards young people. This was derived from a "What You Want" conference that was held by the MYPs last year. Youth facilities were also seen as an area that has to be developed from young people as well as safety and the cleanliness of the environment.

What do you hope to achieve during your term of office?

Locally, my manifesto included:
1) Free transport for students in education and working on the attitudes of bus drivers towards young people
2) Go green with Hounslow, redevelop and enrich its sports facilities for the future 2012 Olympians; and finally
3) Not all youths are hooligans, to work on the prejudice against young people and anti-social behaviour allegations.

Regionally, I hope to successfully lead and help complete the "Knives and Guns" Project that is now taking place.

What is your future career ambition?

Having realised my gift of voicing my opinion loud and strong, I have been drawn back from my plans to originally do dentistry. I now hope to do a degree in politics and then go on from there, maybe into media and news presenting or a high role within the political arena.

Which public figure do you most admire and why?

I do not admire any specific public figure, but I admire the little people who make a small but incredible difference. A perfect example is after the July bombings, the police force, fire fighters, doctors, nurses…the people who show true dedication are my heroes.

If there was one message you could send to the government, what would it be?

"Wake up".

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