IT’S been nearly a week since Labour’s selection process erupted into controversy, and what many initially predicted would fade from memory has…
At the heart of Labour's controversy in moving politically to the right is the treatment of veteran MP Diane Abbott and the broader sidelining of left-wing candidates within the partyIf this is a preview of Keir Starmer’s leadership style, the next chapter in British politics promises to be … interesting.
Abbott’s suspension last year ignited a firestorm after her comments in The Observer sparked outrage. One of the more contentious parts of this strategy has been the deselection of left-wing candidates and the appointment of loyal allies in key constituencies. Starmer is unmistakably feeling the heat, redirecting his efforts toward an internal struggle to solidify power within his ranks and guarantee a united and steadfast parliamentary party.
Looking ahead, the long-term implications of sidelining left-wing voices within Labour are profound and potentially damaging. If you are to keep the first-past-the-post system, then it necessitates embracing big-tent party politics. This nuance is crucial, highlighting the necessity for humility and an acknowledgement of the hurdles that lie ahead. Fair to say, we aren’t seeing a lot of humility in Labour’s dealing with its left.
日本 最新ニュース, 日本 見出し
Similar News:他のニュース ソースから収集した、これに似たニュース記事を読むこともできます。
This left-wing purge is exactly what Starmer needs to do to win the electionThe treatment of Abbott has been dreadful, but she may still prove to be a useful pawn in Starmer’s play for power
続きを読む »
Labour's left-wing purge may cause back bench rebellion, say expertsA BACKLASH from Labour backbenchers is predicted if the party take power, despite the apparent purge of left-wing MPs and leftist would-be…
続きを読む »
Labour unable to shake claims of left-wing ‘purge’ as ex-Tory MP joinsLabour’s election campaign continues to be overshadowed by uncertainty over Diane Abbott’s future and claims of a cull of party’s left wing.
続きを読む »
Labour unable to shake claims of left-wing ‘purge’ as ex-Tory MP joinsLabour’s election campaign continues to be overshadowed by uncertainty over Diane Abbott’s future and claims of a cull of party’s left wing.
続きを読む »
Labour unable to shake claims of left-wing ‘purge’ as ex-Tory MP joinsLabour’s election campaign continues to be overshadowed by uncertainty over Diane Abbott’s future and claims of a cull of party’s left wing.
続きを読む »
Jeremy Corbyn says Sir Keir Starmer is 'clearly intervening' in 'purge' of left-wing Labour candidatesThe ex-leader, now running as an independent candidate in the general election, said those being blocked from Labour's list had 'all spoken out in favour of a permanent ceasefire in Gaza'.
続きを読む »