this opportunity to invite Standard readers who aren't already party members but who care about the direction of this fine (and occasionally not so fine) institution to put their money where their strongly held opinions are and sign up. Too right, Jenny! If you're not a member of another party, you should be sweet. You'll find plenty of like minded members and this is an historic opportunity to take back the workers party. So, if you're ever going to join, now's the time. Even if we are under continual moderation with Redalert. Would be fun to be a member and be banned from their blog !!!! Even if I am in an electorate that the caucus and the party gave the bird to in the by election a few years ago. the only active member in the electorate am aware of is A1len's. Just renewed (last paid year of membership was 2009) -- thanks for the reminder Irishbill. Couldn't resist e-mailing the admin: a) asking for branch information for those living overseas (noting that you are forced to provide an NZ mailing address when you complete the application form); and b) pointing out that my renewal had nothing to do with my impression of the success of the parliamentary wing. I am afraid a Standard(in)ista Branch would be doomed to failure. There is such a pluralism of views represented across those commenting on this blog. To be honest, while most commenting do show respect for that pluralism there is a