He said that he had not become a registered member of any political party but that he would certainly join a political party that would take the interest of his people at heart. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
He does have a members» mandate but those members who join a political party also know you need a parliamentary mandate if you are to form a government.» (itv.com)
I am absolutely astounded that Woolas (who seems to be among the most reactionary ministers - unless it's just what every minister becomes when they get the migration brief) thinks applicants should gain points by joining political parties. (nextleft.org)