
The UK Election: 2. How Are Candidates Selected?
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Navigating Candidate Selection in UK Politics
Exploring the strategies and maneuvers politicians employ to secure their candidacy in UK elections, including repeated attempts, tactical voting, and behind-the-scenes tactics like delaying selection meetings and manipulating votes. Insights are provided on the 'chicken run' phenomenon where MPs seek new seats due to boundary changes or expected losses.
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