Strong Message Here A Lawyer, Not a Leader
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Jan 16, 2025 Join Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis as they hilariously decode political language, particularly a memorable jab by Kemi Badenoch. Discover what makes political attacks effective or ineffective, while indulging in anecdotes from the post-Brexit landscape. They also dive into the frenzy of the news cycle and its impact on genuine political discourse. With witty critiques of corporate jargon and reflections on the absurdities of modern politics, this conversation is both insightful and entertaining.
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Facial Recognition for Pigs
- David Davis tried to convince Theresa May of a frictionless border using technology, including facial recognition for pigs.
- A European bureaucrat said Davis was "listening with the wrong ears."
Effective Political Attacks
- Kemi Badenoch's attack on Keir Starmer as "a lawyer, not a leader" resonated.
- Attacks aligning with pre-existing perceptions are effective.
Starmer's Lawyerly Approach
- Starmer's lawyer-like approach makes him good at sticking to a brief but less visionary.
- This is a potent attack, especially with the grooming gang scandal.
