The Duran Podcast Starmer hangs on. Merz collapse
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Oct 12, 2025 The hosts dive into the turbulence of UK politics, highlighting Starmer's digital ID proposal that backfired spectacularly. They discuss the Conservative Party's troubling collapse and the rise of the Reform Party, led by Farage's bold challenges. Meanwhile, in France, Macron's tactics to stall political resolution face scrutiny, with no clear majority emerging for his coalition. Insights into Germany reveal the AfD's growing strength amid economic strains, all while European elites push for a unified agenda, risking significant fallout.
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Digital ID Backlash Tied To Starmer
- Public support for digital IDs in Britain collapsed once Keir Starmer proposed them personally.
- This shows deep distrust of Starmer and growing public concern as details emerge.
Conservative Party's Institutional Collapse
- The Conservative Party has historically been a major British institution tied to power structures across society.
- Today it is imploding, speaking to empty halls and losing institutional connection with the country.
Postbox To Thatcher Highlighted Party's Past
- At the Conservative conference halls were mostly empty and organizers even set up a post box to write to the deceased Margaret Thatcher.
- The episode reinforced the image of a party stuck in the past and out of touch.