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39. Theresa May: Donald Trump, David Cameron, and ‘Brexit means Brexit’ (Part 2)

Oct 8, 2023
Theresa May discusses her preference of Gordon Brown over Tony Blair, regrets over Brexit, and the aftermath of the Salisbury poisoning. They also talk about the rhetoric of Brexit, Trump's view of women, and aligning UK foreign policy with the US. Other topics include the challenges of making public statements, responding to demand for information, assessing prime ministers, and Theresa May's legacy and concerns.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Rhetoric of Brexit and Frustrations with Extremes
02:50 • 24min
3
Trump's View of Women and UK Foreign Policy
26:52 • 5min
4
The Salisbury Incident: Initial Reaction, Investigation, and Public Statements
32:10 • 2min
5
The Challenge of Responding to Demand for Information and Speaking When You Have Something to Say
34:04 • 2min
6
Assessing Prime Ministers and Overcoming Betrayal
36:24 • 4min
7
Theresa May's Legacy and Concerns
39:58 • 13min