Modern Wisdom #819 - Dominic Cummings - The Secrets Behind A Crumbling British Government
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Aug 1, 2024 
Dominic Cummings, former chief adviser to Boris Johnson, shares insider insights from his rollercoaster career in British politics. He reveals the shocking inefficiencies within the UK government during the COVID response and critiques how power struggles overshadow public service. Cummings discusses the unexpected fallout from Brexit, including immigration surprises and the Conservative Party’s decline. He also dives into America’s political future, assessing Kamala Harris, and reflects on the portrayal of his life in film.
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Multiculturalism Poll
- A Good Morning Britain poll showed 95% disapproval of multiculturalism in the UK.
- Cummings finds this unsurprising due to social unrest and violence.
Brexit and Immigration Irony
- Brexit was predicted to worsen UK immigration, but initially, it didn't.
- The Tories' subsequent immigration policy U-turn fueled a resurgence in immigration concerns.
Tory Downfall
- The Tories' focus on short-term gains and neglect of actual governance led to their historic loss.
- Their disregard for core services and wasteful spending angered voters.