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Anatomy of a U-Turn

Anatomy of a U-Turn

FromWhitehall Sources


Anatomy of a U-Turn

FromWhitehall Sources

ratings:
Length:
49 minutes
Released:
Jan 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Divisions within the Conservative Party and the shifting position of the Labour Party on green investment. The conversation highlights the importance of party unity and the impact of party divisions on electoral success. We also analyze Donald Trump's victory in the New Hampshire primary and his attack on Nikki Haley. The conversation explores the appeal of populist leaders and the reasons behind their support. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying issues and failures of the political class. The need for a bold and rational vision to address the challenges faced by the country is highlighted. The discussion also delves into the power of connecting with people and promising to deliver their needs. Finally, it touches on the role of hope in times of crisis and how it can influence people's choices. Support the podcast by becoming a member at: https://plus.acast.com/s/whitehallsources.

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Released:
Jan 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (84)

Two top advisers to our most recent prime ministers analyse the successes and failures of today's politicians, sharing their experiences of working behind the world's most famous door. They are your Whitehall Sources. Kirsty Buchanan worked with Theresa May as PM, and Liz Truss when she was Secretary of State. Oscar Reddrop advised Boris Johnson through crises of our times, including the war in Ukraine and throughout his ultimate downfall. Journalist and broadcaster Calum Macdonald manages their in-tray of talking points, U-turns and crises.