
Electioncast: Taxation Trilemmas
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Analyzing Manifesto Spending Pledges and Northern Ireland Politics
The chapter provides a detailed analysis of the technical aspects of manifesto spending pledges in the Labour and Conservative manifestos, emphasizing the importance of understanding baselines. It also delves into the intricate dynamics of party politics in Northern Ireland, discussing key players such as the DUP, Sinn Féin, SDLP, and the Alliance Party, and examining the potential shifts in seat distribution and the constitutional question in the region. The chapter reflects on the significance of manifestos as well as the unique attention Northern Ireland receives in political discussions, especially in the context of Brexit negotiations.
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