It's a fight to the death in Portsmouth South - or so it seems...

'May the odds be ever in your favour...' 

The various campaigns building up to general election comes across brutal at times. With potential defamatory references made by one politician on another, anything seems to be verbalised in order to deter voters on supporting one particular party. 

I'm not a huge user of metaphors, but, on this occasion it seems appropriate. The lead up to the general election is one of which many seem to be fighting to their death. Of course, I'm not being literal, but the imagery of the party leaders taking place in what many may call another Hunger Games isn't something avoidable. 

From shadowing politicians, in Portsmouth South, nothing has stuck out more than sheer determination to win. Both Gerald Vernon-Jackson, Liberal Democrat, and Flick Drummond, Conservative are passionate for the south of the city and will continue to strive in order to succeed. 

However we all know that only one will win. Who do you want it to be? 

Below is a list on what I did throughout the day with Flick Drummond. 

Conservative @FlickD says if she becomes MP she will continue to remain positive representing people of #Portsmouth
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

Conservative @FlickD talks to members of the #Portsmouth Muslim community saying that she is in full support pic.twitter.com/43lisuSBur
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

Letters currently being handed out to members of Muslim community are to thank them for allowing @FlickD to speak at prayers. #Portsmouth
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

'I think she has the right manifesto and is better for the South.' says Zahid Zahedlizzaman on @FlickD #Portsmouth pic.twitter.com/51DLi7abS5
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

Michel Gove in #Portsmouth supporting @FlickD on her campaign this afternoon. @CCHQPress pic.twitter.com/Hfj6JW6If2
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

Michael Gove tells me young people should be reassured @Conservatives will secure their future. #GE2015 #Portsmouth pic.twitter.com/DNGrPA1tk7
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

Conservatives @FlickD now campaigning in #Milton #Portsmouth pic.twitter.com/b7I9aGmDNh
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

Great to have @shjpoole shadowing us today. Will make a great journalist. You heard it here first.
— Flick Drummond (@FlickD) April 24, 2015

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston welcomed us into his home today, supporting @FlickD in her camping. #Portsmouth #Sailing pic.twitter.com/qWIQdIRlEI
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

Liberal today, Tory tomorrow...

It's all getting heated in Portsmouth South with just two weeks to go

*Conservative's Flick Drummond's shadow report to follow

Politics is currently bombarding our television screens, newspapers, and more. With the general election just around the corner, parliamentary candidates are thorough in their campaigns, determined to win the marginal seat, here in Portsmouth South.

In almost 100 years, the seat has famously belong to a Liberal Democrat or Conservative candidate, with Labour unseen.

On Thursday, I followed parliamentary candidate, Gerald Vernon-Jackson, of the Liberal Democrats, and here is what took place...

At Lib Dem HQ where volunteers are folding and stuffing letters in the lead up to #Grace2Give @geraldvjuk pic.twitter.com/mLE3sYj9IG
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 23, 2015

An army of volunteers flood through the local office contributing to the campaigning of both Portsmouth North and South candidates: Darren Sanders and Gerald Vernon-Jackson.

I took the opportunity to discuss the reasons as to why those supporting him [GVJ] felt he was right for the job. Mr Vernon-Jackson led Portsmouth City Council for 10 years before stepping down to concentrate on leading the party locally and what he does now. Evidently, many told that his experience and heart for the city is what will lead him to winning. Who knows?

Parliamentary candidate @geraldvjuk phoning postal voters over the phone. LD's say it's important to call personally. pic.twitter.com/M6Yqun8016
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 23, 2015

Gerald emphasised throughout the day that he wishes to be a local MP working, and building relationship, with his constituents. He added that he's not interested in gaining power as a front-bencher, but aims to be a voice for Portsmouth South, putting up a fight as and when it is required.

Parliamentary candidate @geraldvjuk says he wants to be a local MP, working with constituents and building relationship with them.
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 23, 2015

Candidate @geraldvjuk has prepared for tonight's @portsmouthnews hustings and is on his way. Who will you support? pic.twitter.com/hNaJmZ1Xkf
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 23, 2015

It was a fierce evening at The News' Hustings on Thursday evening, with cross-audience arguments, and much disagreement between the panel.

See my colleague, Miles O'Leary's report here: http://www.portsmouth.co.uk/news/local/our-education-system-is-not-good-enough-portsmouth-south-election-hustings-1-6707472

Seven parliamentary candidates for #Portsmouth South present at @portsmouthnews hustings this evening... pic.twitter.com/0wIMNeHHFC
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 23, 2015

Lib Dem @geraldvjuk says that we have to make sure we protect the most vulnerable and make the right decision (regarding cuts). #Portsmouth
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 23, 2015

Lib Dems told yesterday that more than 300 garden posters are up in #Portsmouth South. Who will you support? #GE2015 pic.twitter.com/8kecPXZgqM
— Sam Poole (@shjpoole) April 24, 2015

With the general election soon to be upon us, I'm curious to find out about what you think of politics, the politicians and policies. Comment away and have your say.