Stop the debate?

So "Gorgeous" George Galloway's lot and myself have agreed to take part in a Stop the War public meeting in Tower Hamlets - but the Tories and Labour have failed to respond to the invite. No surprise there.

But more strange is that the Greens are refusing to take part. But they were against the war, weren't they? But perhaps its got less to do with that than an issue which deals with East London.

A few months ago I was at a meeting with Green MEP Jean Lambert where she said her party was opposed to the London Olympic bid - which would not only include Newham and Hackney, but also Tower Hamlets.

So far as I can tell, bringing the Olympics to East London would be fantastic for everyone. Sure there are problems, including for businesses in the affected area who are unable to make long term plans between now and the decision. But those can - and should - be dealt with.