What Next | Daily News and Analysis Can the U.S. Learn from the U.K.'s Post-Brexit Mess?
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Jun 2, 2025 Anand Menon, a Professor of European Politics and Foreign Affairs at King's College London, dives deep into the chaotic world of post-Brexit Britain. He discusses the political fallout from Brexit and the challenges faced by the Labour Party under Keir Starmer. Menon highlights the rise of far-right populism and its implications for British politics. The conversation also touches on the effects of Trump's trade agreements and the need for a strong political narrative to combat voter disillusionment, drawing parallels between the U.S. and U.K. in navigating these turbulent times.
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Brexit's Deep Political Divide
- Brexit divided the UK deeply with no majority for any specific leave model.
- This binary referendum failed to capture diverse public opinions on the EU.
Brexit Reshaped UK Politics
- Brexit shifted UK's politics focus from economic to cultural and values divides.
- The pro- and anti-Brexit coalitions include disparate economic interests united by shared views on immigration and globalization.
Labour's Victory Lacks Enthusiasm
- Labour won by opposing Conservatives, not by strong support for themselves.
- British voters generally want change rather than specific policies right now.