How To Win An Election How To Destroy Ed Davey
Jan 9, 2024
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey's possible downfall discussed by Peter Mandelson, Polly Mackenzie, and Daniel Finkelstein. Speculations on the timing of the general election and campaign strategies. Discussion on Ed Davey's involvement in the Post Office scandal. Opinions on charisma in British politics and its role in leadership.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Fashion and Email Feedback
01:39 • 2min
Timing and Political Calculations
03:10 • 15min
Campaign Strategy and Leadership Challenges
18:04 • 4min
Misleading Information and Delayed Inquiry into Post Office Software Glitches
22:06 • 2min
Reflection on Scandal, Implications, and Political Responsibility
23:46 • 3min
Post Office Closures and Scandal
26:17 • 13min
Debating the Role of Charisma in British Politics
38:47 • 2min