This chapter explores the complaints and challenges faced by MPs, while also highlighting the positive aspects of being a Member of Parliament, such as the meritocratic nature of Parliament, freedom to pursue other interests, and the continued ambition of individuals to become MPs.
Arranging friendly media coverage, giving handouts to voters, stifling opposition rallies: once again the country’s ruling party has put its thumb on the scales. It has to, after decades of failed governance. Our correspondent visits fire-ravaged Lahaina in Hawaii, finding equal parts shock and anger among residents (10:32). And the curious rise of Britain’s self-pitying lawmakers (18:38).
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