The Intelligence from The Economist No wilt to go on: let us bid Truss goodbye
Oct 21, 2022
Join Andrew Palmer, Britain editor for The Economist, as he analyzes Liz Truss’s short-lived prime ministership and its broader implications on UK politics. Greg Karlstrom, Middle East correspondent, discusses the complexities of natural gas production in the region and the new maritime agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Finally, Anne Rowe shares the poignant story of Yurii Kerpatenko, a Ukrainian conductor who stood firm against Russian oppression, highlighting the powerful connection between culture and resistance.
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Lettuce vs. Truss
- The Economist compared Liz Truss's political authority to a lettuce's shelf life.
- The Daily Star set up a live webcam to see which would last longer.
Truss's Downfall
- Liz Truss's downfall stemmed from her disastrous mini-budget, which damaged the UK's economy and her credibility.
- The proximate causes were Suella Braverman's resignation and a chaotic parliamentary vote on fracking.
Tory Leadership Contest
- The Conservative Party is holding an accelerated leadership contest to choose the next prime minister.
- Candidates need at least 100 MP nominations, potentially narrowing the field to three.