The Econoclasts These Times - The Strange Legacy of Tony Blair
Aug 28, 2023
The hosts discuss Tony Blair's recent resurgence in the Labour Party and his endorsement of Keir Starmer. They explore Blair's rise to power, his passion for the European Union, and his technocratic policies. They compare the differing beliefs and approaches of Starmer and Blair and discuss the fuel price tax dilemma. They examine the changing role of 'new Labour' and Blair's consistent beliefs, and explore Blair's worldview and continued influence in global politics.
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Introduction
00:00 • 1min
Tony Blair's Rise to Power
01:30 • 13min
Blair's Reformist Instincts and Passion for the European Union
14:26 • 27min
Technocracy versus Radicalism: The Legacy of Tony Blair
40:59 • 7min
Contrasting Beliefs and Approaches of Starma and Blair
48:15 • 3min
The Fuel Price Tax Dilemma
50:46 • 5min
The Changing Role of 'new Labour' and Tony Blair's Consistent Beliefs
55:52 • 2min
Tony Blair's Worldview and Continued Influence
57:47 • 2min