How To Win An Election How To Keep Blaming Your Predecessors
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Dec 3, 2024 The hosts delve into the timeless strategy of blaming predecessors, questioning its effectiveness. They explore whether voters will reward sensible approaches or long for charisma like Harold Wilson's. Navigating migration debates, they highlight the challenges of mixing legal and illegal immigration figures. Humorous elections mishaps provide light-hearted moments, while the discussion on political strategies reveals the delicate balance between taking risks and presenting credible policies. Can modern leaders escape the blame game and find transformative solutions?
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Crosland's Coffee Pot
- Tony Crosland received a silver Georgian coffee pot as a gift, not a vase or flower pot, from John Poulson.
- Poulson was known for giving gifts to public servants, causing controversy for Crosland.
Blaming Labour and Europe
- In 2010, the Conservatives blamed Labour for the economic crisis and also Europe's troubles.
- This resonated with the public but created a contradiction for Cameron's later EU referendum arguments.
Liam Byrne's Note
- Liam Byrne left a note saying "I'm afraid there is no money" for Philip Hammond, but it was found by David Laws.
- The Tories used this note for political gain in subsequent elections, despite its intended humorous nature.