The spiked podcast 359: The people vs Keir Starmer
May 9, 2025
Candice Holdsworth, a frequent commentator on political and cultural issues, teams up with Tom Slater and Fraser Myers to dissect why Labour has lost touch with the working class. They delve into how Brexit has reshaped the political landscape and the troubling suppression of the AfD in Germany. The trio also tackles the heated debate around gender identity, especially focusing on the activism surrounding women's rights. The discussion reveals a growing divide in public opinion amid contentious political dynamics.
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Labour Losing Working Class Support
- Labour is losing support in traditional working-class areas due to deeper dissatisfaction beyond specific policies.
- Reform is capitalizing on this by reshaping British politics around cultural and class divides.
Starmer as Technocratic Embodiment
- Keir Starmer embodies the old technocratic political order that people rejected in 2016.
- His attempts to address public concerns feel insincere and fail to connect with the electorate.
Labour's Denial on Grooming Issue
- Labour's disdain for discussing grooming gangs shows contempt for working-class concerns.
- This denial and avoidance have led to a political backlash and loss of trust.
