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Have the Tories given up on the Red Wall?
Jun 19, 2024
Political commentator Katy Balls and conservative commentator Paul Goodman discuss the challenges facing the Conservative party in closing the poll gap, including the roles of the Liberal Democrats and Reform. They analyze the party's strategies, concerns about blue wall seats, and the distribution of votes. The discussion also explores the potential changes in support and challenges faced by the Conservatives amidst a changing political landscape.
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- Fragmentation of right-wing vote poses a challenge for Tories in closing poll gap.
- Conservatives face identity crisis needing to redefine core values amidst threat from Liberal Democrats.
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The podcast discusses recent MRP polls showing varying seat predictions for the Tories, with results ranging from 53 to 155 seats. Despite the numbers being concerning for the Tories, the split on the right, with Reformers gaining traction, poses a significant challenge. The Liberal Democrats emerge as potential big winners, projected to secure 67 MPs with only 12% of the vote, showcasing the impact of right-wing vote fragmentation.
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