Intelligence Squared What was the Biggest Story of 2023? With James Harding, Robert Peston and The News Meeting
Dec 22, 2023
Join Robert Peston, ITV’s political editor and co-author of 'Bust?', alongside Tortoise’s Kat Nealon and Jess Winch as they dissect 2023's most pivotal stories. Delve into the aftermath and implications of the Israel-Hamas conflict and the challenges faced by Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party. They also explore the transformative yet risky landscape of AI, emphasizing its impact on employment and misinformation. The team wraps up with a discussion on defining moments of the year, ultimately singling out October 7 as the most significant event.
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October 7th Attack
- Jess Winch highlighted the unexpected nature of the Hamas attack on Israel, disrupting anticipated de-escalation.
- The attack's scale resulted in significant casualties and widespread destruction, marking a turning point in the region.
Conservative Party Decline
- Kat Nealon argues that the Conservative Party's decline started with Rishi Sunak's premiership, marked by resignations and by-election losses.
- Sunak's leadership has been plagued by scandals and declining approval ratings, raising questions about the party's future.
AI's Transformative Impact
- Robert Peston emphasizes AI's transformative impact as a general-purpose technology, akin to a significant industrial revolution.
- He highlights its potential to enhance productivity, but also acknowledges its disruptive potential in the job market.