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Name:
James Pearson
Status: Deputy MYP
Constituency:
St Helens

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Which political issues are you most passionate about?

I am passionate about all of the issues that affect young people. In particular issues that affect the future of young individuals, such as education and issues around the image of young people and how they are perceived through the media.

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

There are many issues in St Helens that need looking at; the main ones are things like places to go. In St Helens youth crime is on the rise because of lack of things to do and places to go. Transport is also a big thing, I believe that people whilst in full time education or under the age of 16 should be entitled to free public transport or at least reduced fares.

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

I hope to give something for people to do in St Helens, to get people off the streets and into doing something productive that can help them later on in life. I hope to influence the government on its education policies and to change the way in which schools are graded, as it is well known that not everyone is an academic person i.e. some people can shove their head into a book and read it all with fascination, whilst others can shove their head under a car bonnet and do the same. People should be awarded for their abilities.

What is your future career ambition?

My future career ambition is to study law and politics in a joint honours degree at a top university. Then go on to pursue an active political career along with being a practising barrister.

Which public figure do you most admire and why?

I admire people that have done something inspirational against all odds, people that have made a difference in the world for the right reasons.

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

Sacrifice a little and gain a lot.

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