TRIGGERnometry "The Left Should Concentrate on What Matters To Ordinary People" - David Swift
Aug 26, 2020
David Swift, a Kreitman post-doctoral fellow and author, dives into the shifting landscape of leftist politics. He sheds light on the disconnect between the political left and ordinary voters, especially the working-class in Liverpool. The conversation unpacks the complexities of national pride, the left's struggle to remain relevant, and how minority communities are realigning politically. Swift emphasizes the need for the Labour Party to address everyday concerns like housing and the economy to regain voter trust.
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Evolution of the Left
- The modern left has broadened its focus to include various social issues, which is positive.
- However, the left's leadership has become unrepresentative of the people they claim to champion.
Shifting Sites of Radicalization
- The site of radicalization has shifted from factories and marginalized communities to university campuses.
- This new form of radicalization is driven by altruism and sympathy, often by middle-class white individuals.
Rise of Unrepresentative Voices
- Unrepresentative individuals gain prominence on the left because of the decline of traditional industries and the rise of social media.
- An oversupply of university graduates with limited job prospects contributes to this phenomenon.
