ERNAKULAM: LDF candidate in the Thrikkakara by-election Jo Joseph said that politics is not defined by holding a flag and he had been leftist throughout his life. He said that even he knew about his candidacy only today morning and it might be a result of his work done as as a fellow leftist.

Meanwhile, he refute allegations which claims that he received candidacy by the involvement of the church. Jo Joseph said that he was not aware of involvement of any community organizations in his candidacy and although he had studied and worked in church institutions, therefore he could not be considered a church nominee. He said that he is sure that the church did not interfere in his candidacy.

'I have always been a left activist and was active in their programs. I also campaigned in the last Thrikkakara elections and addressed meetings. I consider myself lucky to have been able to become a Left candidate. The Left front is always with the people, said Jo Joseph.