The Peter McCormack Show #040 - William Clouston - The Failure of Liberalism: A Vision for a Better UK
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Jan 14, 2025 William Clouston, leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), promotes a pragmatic and socially conservative vision for Britain. He critiques the failures of both Labour and Liberal parties, advocating for policies to support working-class issues and address the housing crisis. Clouston discusses the need for balanced economic strategies, critiques current immigration policies, and calls for effective government oversights. He mirrors the decline in political leadership quality with historical standards, emphasizing a demand for accountability and reform in UK politics.
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UK as a Home
- Clouston believes political opponents view the UK as a charity (Labour/Lib Dems) or a shop (Thatcherites).
- He argues it should be viewed as a home, prioritizing protection and custodial care.
SDP History
- Clouston discusses the SDP's history, a breakaway from Labour in the 80s challenging the two-party system.
- It had significant impact but failed to change the electoral system, later regaining traction.
Liberalism's Distortion
- Liberalism's pervasiveness has distorted common sense positions on borders and utility ownership.
- Clouston suggests the SDP are better social conservatives than the Tories due to basic common sense.