Name: Abigail-Elizabeth Jackson

Position: MYP

Constituency: Warwickshire

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Which political issues are you most passionate about?

The political issues I am most passionate about are the Iraq war, terrorism and health care.

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

I feel that the biggest issue for young people in Warwickshire is the intergenerational issue with the older residents of our constituency.

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

I hope to achieve:

- A better reputation/view for young people.
- To get young people’s opinions heard.
- For young people to play a bigger role in their community.

What is your future career ambition?

I have not decided on my career yet but my interests are carpentry, drama, music and youth work.

Which public figure do you most admire and why?

The public figure I most admire is Margaret Thatcher because she was the only woman to become prime minister. Also she played a major role in the Falklands war which gave her the name of “the iron lady”.

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

My message would be for them to make transport costs more affordable to the younger generation.

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