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UK General Elections: 1979

Past Present Future

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Analysis of the aftermath of a leadership contest in a divided party

Exploring the aftermath of a significant contest, where Michael Foote succeeded Jim Callahan and faced a decision to compete against Dennis Healy. The chapter delves into how Callahan strived to unify a divided party post-defeat and considers the potential ramifications if Healy had become the leader in 1980, influencing the party's internal split.

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