July 4th 2024.
You may have heard of Count Binface, the unconventional candidate who is challenging Rishi Sunak for the parliamentary seat of Richmond and Northallerton in the upcoming General Election. He's definitely not your typical politician, but he's no stranger to the world of politics. In fact, he's become somewhat of a staple in elections these days.
Previously known as Lord Buckethead, the viral political star rose to fame for taking on former Prime Ministers Theresa May and Boris Johnson. And now, just two months after running for London mayor, he's back in the game and ready to take on his latest opponent, Rishi Sunak.
For all the latest updates on the 2024 General Election, be sure to follow The Agency's live blog. But in the meantime, let's take a closer look at the man behind the mask and what he stands for.
Count Binface, or as he likes to call himself, "an intergalactic space warrior and leader of the Recyclons from planet Sigma IX," is actually Jon Harvey, a comedian and writer. But don't let his playful alter-ego fool you, he's serious about bringing about change and challenging the status quo.
His manifesto for this election is nothing short of entertaining, with promises to cap the price of croissants at £1.10 and make former prime ministers do national service. But beyond the humor, Count Binface is the only intergalactic candidate in this election, and he's determined to make his mark.
So who is this space warrior and why did he change his name from Lord Buckethead? Well, let me fill you in on all the details.
Count Binface first made waves in 2017 when he challenged Theresa May for her seat in the general election and quickly went viral. He then set his sights on Boris Johnson's seat in Uxbridge and South Ruislip, where he received a surprising amount of votes. But the Count didn't stop there, he even made an appearance at Glastonbury Festival and was a hit with the crowd.
But why did he change his name from Lord Buckethead? It turns out, he got caught up in a copyright dispute with a US-based filmmaker over the character. So, he rebranded himself as Count Binface and continued his mission to bring justice, lasers, and even the return of Ceefax.
In the weeks leading up to the election, Count Binface released his 24-point manifesto, which includes some rather unconventional pledges such as making water company bosses take a dip in British rivers and banning loud snacks from cinemas and theatres. But he also has some serious policies, including welcoming European countries to join the UK for a new "Union of Europe" and building affordable housing.
This isn't the first time Count Binface has run for office, he previously ran in the 2019 general election, where he received 69 votes, and the 2021 London mayoral race, where he received a record-breaking 24,775 votes. He also ran in the Uxbridge and South Ruislip by-election in 2023, where he received 190 votes. But no matter the outcome, he's always been a crowd favorite and has even defeated the likes of Piers Corbyn and UKIP.
Tonight, as the polls close and the first counts are revealed, Count Binface will be among the candidates waiting anxiously to see the results. But win or lose, he's already made his mark on the political landscape with his unique and entertaining approach to campaigning. So, let's all sit back, relax, and see what the future holds for this intergalactic candidate. Be sure to share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below.
[This article has been trending online recently and has been generated with AI. Your feed is customized.]
[Generative AI is experimental.]
