Welcome to Politics 101 with Lady Dowager, Countess of Grantham. Never mind Political Science degrees and the whatsits, count on Lady Dowager for some solid gems of wisdom that will never steer you wrong in the Brampton political arena.
1) Don’t hold back the truth
2) Know how to deal with your critics
3) Keep an intimidating negotiation face in your arsenal
4) And while you’re at it, work on your poker face too
5) Never miss a political event with good food
6) Don’t “officially” assassinate anyone
7. Keep this in mind
8. Maintain an excellent work ethic
9. “Politely” discharge your political rivals
10. Be proud of where you come from
12. Remember this astute advice
13. Be confident in the policies you support
14. Embrace social media
The good, the bad and the crazy.
15. Remember this tidbit whenever you need to give a speech
16. Manage your emotions accordingly
17. Save this face for when City Council inevitably does something you don’t like
18. And this face for a special someone. Starts with F, ends with ennell
That is, if she ever shows her face around town again.
19. Just wing it
You can’t know everything all the time, just throw caution to the wind. Keep your composure and hold out for Google and/or Reddit later. Internet FTW.
20. What Would Donald Do?
Donald Trump, that is. Check out what he’s doing, and do the complete opposite if you want to maintain any dignity and respect. You could also do what Countess Dowager does, which is be awesome, all of the time.
21. Don’t be afraid to take a critical look at Brampton
We know, it may seem dreadful on the surface..
