

Rosie Duffield: Why I quit the Labour Party
Oct 11, 2024
Rosie Duffield, the Independent MP for Canterbury and former Labour member, shares her compelling journey of resignation from the party just months after her election. She compares her experience under Keir Starmer's leadership to an 'abusive relationship.' Duffield exposes the rift between party leadership and members, revealing feelings of neglect and disconnection. She also critiques the leadership's approach to rural constituencies and gender issues, emphasizing the struggles of backbench MPs in today's political landscape.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Intro
00:00 • 6min
Navigating Loyalty and Resignation
05:49 • 9min
Divisions Within the Labour Party: A Personal Perspective
14:56 • 5min
Navigating Political Divergence
20:03 • 6min
Disconnect in Labour Leadership
25:45 • 17min
Critique of Leadership and Political Discontent
43:11 • 3min