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Who Broke Britain 2: The Brexit gamble
Jun 19, 2024
British Prime Minister David Cameron's colossal gamble on a referendum for Brexit, the chaos that ensued, and the reasons behind his miscalculation. Exploring key figures, strategic decisions, job losses, austerity, and post-referendum turmoil including snap elections and challenges in executing the decision.
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- David Cameron's overconfidence in winning the Brexit referendum backfired, leading to chaos.
- Joining the European Economic Community shifted Britain's economic status from global dominance to European cooperation.
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The Evolution of Downing Street
For nearly three decades, British Prime Ministers resided above the door marked 11 Downing Street, not 10. The complex has a press briefing room behind door number nine and a massive garden, where significant announcements are often made. Noteworthy political moments, like resignations, occurred outside the iconic black door, with David Cameron notably leaving with a sense of relief.
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