How To Win An Election How To Learn From Former PMs
Jun 26, 2025
Dive into the wisdom of former Prime Ministers as the hosts tackle contemporary questions in politics. Should historical figures like Harold Wilson influence today's leaders? The humor flows with discussions on absurd political concepts, like 'votes for babies.' Economic strategies take center stage as they debate the fine line between spending cuts and borrowing for growth. Plus, discover the dynamics of coalition politics and how the Liberal Democrats navigate second-place challenges. Finally, the impact of Donald Trump's strategy on elections adds an intriguing layer to their discourse.
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Use History Wisely in Politics
- Historical parallels in politics offer valuable lessons but require careful application.
- Political context and current geopolitics significantly affect decision-making beyond historical analogies.
Investment vs Day-to-Day Spending
- Day-to-day public spending and investment should be distinguished for economic strategy.
- Public investment can have higher economic multipliers than current spending, influencing growth.
Challenges in Funding Innovations
- Treasury struggles to prove saving effects from investments, leading to cuts in innovative programs.
- Efficiently proving returns could safeguard investment with long-term savings or growth potential.