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What is the future of the Tory party?

Jul 9, 2024
Former Conservative party treasurer and donor, Lord Michael Spencer, discusses the party's direction post-election. Topics include rebuilding the party, reflections on the recent defeat, and debates on maintaining a right-wing or centrist approach. Additionally, the podcast explores the challenges faced by Joe Biden and potential turmoil within his own party.
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Quick takeaways

  • Conservative Party needs to embrace conservative values post-defeat.
  • Potential doubts within Democratic Party about President Biden's leadership and health.

Deep dives

Conservative Party Struggles Post-Election Defeat

The podcast discusses the aftermath of the Conservative Party's defeat, where Suella Braverman initiated a Conservative Party leadership campaign with criticisms on the pride flag. Speakers at the event emphasized the need for the party to lean more into its conservative values. Despite the small attendance at the event, speakers highlighted the party's failure to secure victory due to not being conservative enough, focusing on the split between conservative and reform votes.

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