Henry James Foy

By Henry James Foy — February 23, 2010

I have nothing against fasting, nor prayer for that matter, they’re both very noble things, and the true foundations of Lent

Let the mudslinging and the conspiracies commence

By Henry James Foy — February 22, 2010

If there are two things that can be guaranteed every election season, without fail, they are scandals involving the breaching of campaign rules and policy theft. And bang on cue, with the rumours drying up as candidates retire to darkened rooms filled with smoke and mirrors to draw up their winning schemes, the bitching and [...]

The devil is in the details…

By Henry James Foy — February 17, 2010

Elections rules – OTR, for one, is bored already with them, and there’s still 2 weeks to go until campaigning begins. Still, candidates would do well to take good note of Returning Officer Brett’s rules and regulations. I’m sure no-one wants to suffer the consequences of jumping the toilet advertising gun, or commit the most [...]

Electioneering heats up, plus Tim’s ‘one-year goal’

By Henry James Foy — February 14, 2010

Nominations open tomorrow, and from where OTR is standing, that fact is all too apparent. At RAG at the Movies last night, only Hesselwood of the likely Student Activities candidates was not in attendance, as Scarlett, Malkin and Unsworth recognised the value of spending time with incumbent Kinchin, showing their RAG commitment and glad-handing potential [...]

Where the real power lies?

By Henry James Foy — February 11, 2010

No, I’m not talking about JCRC chairs, aggrandize as they might – though with four of last year’s crop in the mix for Sabbatical posts come March, perhaps one or two might buck the trend and finally emulate Canning and Burton’s rise from the ranks of the overworked and un-paid to, well, the ranks of [...]

Shergold pulls out of York Sport race

By Henry James Foy — February 9, 2010

Adam Shergold, Nouse Sports Editor and general campus legend has announced his intentions not to run for York Sport President, OTR can reveal. In a day of will-they won’t -they, Shergold, who was well fancied by many campus observers, has told OTR that he is not seeking election, choosing instead to focus on his degree [...]

Sam Daniels to join D&S race

By Henry James Foy — February 9, 2010

Sam Daniels has exclusively announced to OTR his intentions to run for the position of Democracy and Services Officer, ending weeks of speculation over his election plans. Sam, current YUSU Ents Officer and former Alcuin Ents Rep, has been keeping his cards close to his chest until now, and had been well-fancied by many a [...]

Chris Etheridge switches position to run for D&S

By Henry James Foy — February 8, 2010

It seems I spoke too soon. Much to OTR‘s satisfaction, we should have one more contested race come Week 8, as former suspected Student Activities candidate Chris Etheridge has chosen instead to run for Democracy and Services, setting him up against former Goodricke Chair Dan Walker, it has emerged. Etheridge’s candidacy change comes just after [...]

Ben Humphrys to run again… for Academic Officer

By Henry James Foy — February 5, 2010

It seems second-term syndrome is catching amongst Union Officers.. There must be something in the YUSU water. Ben Humphrys, incumbent Welfare Officer, has told OTR that he’ll be contesting the 2010 elections, but not for his current position – he’s got his eyes on Academic Officer instead. It’s an interesting move. OTR hears that while [...]

Might Ellie stick it to the guys?

By Henry James Foy — February 4, 2010

If there’s one trend in election rumours this year, it’s the head-scratching absence of female candidates. So far, there’s only been one female seriously linked with a campaign, and that’s would-be Student Activities challenger Katie Unsworth. But that might be set to change. For all Off The Record‘s digging, and a certain YUSU Sabb’s cajoling, [...]

The Rise and Rise of Jason Rose

By Henry James Foy — February 3, 2010

Jason Rose threw something of a spanner in the works last night, or at least pretended to, for all intents and purposes, by seeming to declare his candidacy for Democracy and Services, in my opinion. I’m still betting he’ll run for Academic Officer, but for what it’s worth, his claim allows me to show you [...]

Shergold and Asfahani set up tight York Sport race

By Henry James Foy — February 1, 2010

In the BLUE Corner: Adam Shergold In the RED Corner: Sam Asfahani It’s like celebrity deathmatch, but with real people. These two heavyweights have, IMO, officially announced their intentions to run for York Sport President in March despite speculation linking them with candidacy for other positions. Observers both within York Sport and elsewhere had previously [...]

Might DAN only need to worry about RON?

By Henry James Foy — January 30, 2010

Two years ago, Matt Burton breezed through the Services and Finance Officer election with the wind of the unfinished Courtyard project behind his back. Two plucky rivals dared to throw their hat in against Big ‘Ol Papa YUSU (some say his hands are bigger than a dinner plate, IMO), but the manner of his victory [...]

Finding the new Special K

By Henry James Foy — January 28, 2010

In my opinion, there’s nothing like a good bit of gossip and intrigue to kick off an election season. By all accounts, the idea of the media talking about candidates and the elections has got a few of the current YUSU Officers in a bit of a twist, but IMO it’s great to see potential [...]

Shaking trees, catching apples

By Henry James Foy — January 27, 2010

In my opinion, putting in my opinion in every sentence to make sure that you, educated readers, know that what I am saying is in my opinion, seems a little superfluous. But superfluous it is; just in case you thought everything on here would be gospel. I hope we’re all on the same (opinionated) page [...]

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