The Rest Is Politics: Leading 20: Jonathan Powell: How to negotiate with terrorists
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May 29, 2023 AI Snips
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Powell's early career
- Jonathan Powell served as a diplomat in Washington and met Tony Blair.
- He introduced Blair to the Clinton campaign in 1993.
Powell's New Labour Identity
- Tony Blair valued Powell's provincial background, seeing him as the "essence of New Labour."
- This contrasted with figures like Alastair Campbell, who Blair viewed as more "Old Labour."
Impact of Chief of Staff Role
- Serving as Chief of Staff expanded Powell's ability to handle multiple crises simultaneously.
- However, it diminished his long-term memory and recall of details like names.