The Rest Is Politics 153. How radical would Labour be in power?
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Jul 19, 2023 Will Keir Starmer's leadership lean towards radical change or conservatism? The speakers dive into whether enough is being done to tackle the devastating heatwave and discuss the implications of Kemi Badenoch's latest trade deal. Alongside this, they analyze the Labour Party's cautious fiscal approach amid public scrutiny, while critiquing the disconnection between political rhetoric and populist strategies. Lastly, they highlight the urgent need for global cooperation on climate change against the backdrop of rising global temperatures.
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Labour's Cautious Approach
- Labour's fiscal caution aims to avoid a 1992-like scenario where economic irresponsibility concerns cost them the election.
- This has led to strict spending rules and backtracking on several pledges, frustrating some supporters.
Abandoned Childcare Pledge
- Labour's initial childcare pledge, promising free care from maternity leave until school age, has been dropped.
- This, along with other reversed pledges, raises questions about their fiscal discipline messaging.
Starmer's Strategy
- Keir Starmer's strategy focuses on cautious change and reassurance to win over undecided voters.
- This explains Labour's downplaying of big promises, given public skepticism about transformative change.