

Are the Democrats celebrating too soon?
Aug 22, 2024
Jonathan Ashworth, a former shadow Paymaster General, shares firsthand insights from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. He discusses the euphoric atmosphere surrounding Kamala Harris's potential nomination and questions whether the Democratic Party is celebrating too soon amidst a tight election race. The conversation shifts to the strategic lessons the Democrats might be learning from the Labour Party and the significance of political literature during the summer months, emphasizing how reading shapes political thought and decision-making.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Political Conventions: A Comparative Insight
02:26 • 8min
Shifting Political Dynamics Ahead of Election
10:34 • 18min
Political Engagement and Promotional Highlights
28:14 • 5min
The Intersection of Politics and Literature
33:06 • 8min
The Landscape of Political Literature
41:30 • 16min
Literature and Politics: A Therapeutic Escape
57:47 • 6min