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The State of Britain with Matt Goodwin
Nov 15, 2023
Matt Goodwin, a Professor of Politics and author of Values, Voice & Virtue, joins for a deep dive into the turbulence of British politics. He explores the crisis within the Conservative Party and the ideological shifts affecting its future. The conversation critiques the rise of national conservatism as a response to 'woke' culture and discusses growing public disillusionment, even sparking thoughts of emigration among citizens. Goodwin draws parallels between today's challenges and those of the 1970s, emphasizing the need for political transformation.
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- The disintegration of the Conservative Party highlights its struggle to define its values and connect with the country.
- The purging of dissenting voices and the erosion of free speech raise concerns about the stifling of nuanced conversations and alternative viewpoints.
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The disintegration of the Conservative Party
The podcast discusses the disintegration of the Conservative Party, emphasizing how it no longer knows what it stands for and how to connect with the country. The departure of Suela Braverman and David Cameron's return symbolize an existential crisis for the party, leading to an ideological civil war for the soul of conservatism.
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