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Keir Starmer's Early Life and Legal Career
Delving into the childhood and upbringing of a prominent politician, this chapter explores Keir Starmer's journey from being the first in his family to attend university to studying law at Oxford and later becoming a self-consciously radical human rights lawyer. It highlights his unusual living situation above a brothel in North London and his dedication to work as a barrister, including a robbery incident which occurred while he was engrossed in his studies. The narrative also delves into his transformation from a defender of individuals like members of the IRA to a proponent of fair trials for all, showcasing his potential for leadership as a future Prime Minister.