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Supporters of the Labour party's new leader Jeremy Corbyn were celebrating across the U.K. Saturday, as the socialist and outspoken activist vowed to put the country on a new course.
Corbyn won the Labour leadership race with 59.5percent of the vote.
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It's been an inspiring campaign - bringing people together & providing an alternative. Last night's rally was 99th https://t.co/UzkmcIozEc
— Jeremy Corbyn MP (@jeremycorbyn)
September 11, 2015
In Hyde Park, London, thousands of Corbyn supporters clinked champagne glasses and cheered after the dark horse candidate was declared the winner of the party's internal leadership battle.
Online, Corbyn has seen an outpouring of support from progressives in both the U.K. and abroad.
#jezwecan supporters in full cry outside QEII centre https://t.co/VjkJMT6sqG
— Paul Waugh (@paulwaugh)
September 12, 2015
#IVotedCorbyn because...He Stands For Peace. pic.twitter.com/MJd88jSGVJ
— JeremyCorbyn4Leader (@Corbyn4Leader)
September 8, 2015
Absolutely the best political moment in my entire life! Thank You @jeremycorbyn #JezWeDid #Corbyn4Leader #JezWeCan pic.twitter.com/xmtR00Sd3L
— Simy Frant (@SimyFrant)
September 12, 2015
You thrashed them Jez! They didn't know what hit them. Labour is whole again. #Corbyn4Leader #JezWeCan #Stuffthepurge pic.twitter.com/zPonAL9oZO
— Dave Russell (@daverussell)
September 12, 2015
Soon the Head of the Downing Street lair. Congratulations Jez.You deserve it! #Corbyn4Leader #JezWeCan #stuffthepurge pic.twitter.com/KuV8FpX1Ws
— Dave Russell (@daverussell)
September 12, 2015
Yes big Jez @jeremycorbyn #JezWeCan pic.twitter.com/HE7fwtvPVr
— Jack (@jackyatess)
September 12, 2015
#jezwecan is now trending in United States http://t.co/7lWMpWV4fK
— Trendsmap USA (@TrendsmapUSA)
September 12, 2015
Royal Mail celebrates #Corbyn victory with new set of stamps – http://t.co/Mb24ZHScw2 pic.twitter.com/rBgjWNcEJ1
— Michael Moran (@TheMichaelMoran)
September 12, 2015
What a magnificent day- the Labour Party has returned to its foundations of a Socialist, Good-Hearted party. #JezWeCan #WellDoneJez
— Connor Wallace (@AnyonebutConnor)
September 12, 2015
His victory has been welcomed as far afield as Spain, where he has been praised by Podemos party leader Pablo Iglesias.
Corbyn's victory as leader of the Labour party is great news, it's a step forward towards a change in Europe for the benefit of the people.
— Pablo Iglesias (@Pablo_Iglesias_)
September 12, 2015
In his victory speech, Corbyn attributed his victory to growing public dissatisfaction with politics as usual, and has pledged to create a “more equal Britain.”
“They are fed up with the inequality, the injustice, the unnecessary poverty. All those issues have brought people in in a spirit of hope and optimism,” he said.
Full breakdown of #Corbyn voters. #LabourLeadership #JezWeCan pic.twitter.com/Y1iKQtjzaT
— Ben Maloney (@Ben_Maloney)
September 12, 2015
He added that young voters aren't apathetic about politics, arguing they are “a very political generation that were turned off by the way in which politics was being conducted.”
Glad that the preposterous scare-mongering and guilt-by-association campaigns failed. People want authenticity and principles. #Corbyn
— boydhilton (@boydhilton)
September 12, 2015
I think England might be rediscovering its left wing history today. It's quite exciting to watch. #JezWeCan #JeremyCorbyn #SNP
— Charlie (@DartboardR)
September 12, 2015
Corbyn also stated his first move as Labour leader would be to attend a refugee solidarity rally.
London's rally in support of the Syrian refugees. #JezWeCan pic.twitter.com/nZRKPR3sZU
— Jonas Fossli Gjersø (@PORTAIANVALIS)
September 12, 2015
#refugeeswelcomehere Marching 4 justice, freedom, dignity. Marching against racism & imperialism. #jezwecan pic.twitter.com/FZWoP6QAii
— Mel Taylor (@themeltaylor)
September 12, 2015
“My first act as leader of the party will be to go to the demonstration this afternoon to show support for the way refugees should be treated and must be treated in this country,” he said.
#JezWeCan | JC... not for Jesus but for Jeremy #Corbyn! See why he's loved here. http://t.co/kqB2CRUWPk
— teleSUR English (@telesurenglish)
September 11, 2015
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