The Rest Is Politics 340. Question Time: Assisted Dying, Texting Macron, and the Politics of Scandal
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Nov 14, 2024 Discover the latest in British-French relations as Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron navigate political hurdles. The podcast delves into Europe's shifting dynamics, examining Macron's independence push and the rise of far-right movements. A shocking scandal in Equatorial Guinea reveals deep-rooted corruption, while cultural insights include a film about the Blitz and a Silk Road exhibition. Finally, the complexities of Australia's politics are unraveled, addressing assisted dying legislation and the effects of compulsory voting on engagement.
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Macron-Starmer Interaction
- Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart discuss a text exchange between Campbell and Emmanuel Macron.
- This exchange occurred after Macron and Keir Starmer rode in a military vehicle down the Champs-Élysées.
Macron's Strategic Invitation
- Macron invited Starmer to the Armistice Day event to emphasize the importance of European defense.
- This invitation was a deliberate message to the world, signaling the need for stronger European ties.
Macron's Vision for Europe
- Macron views a stronger, more independent Europe as crucial, especially given potential instability in the US and Germany.
- Europe must step up its defense and security efforts in a world with a rising far-right.