The Peter McCormack Show #039 - Liz Truss - The Deep State, Grooming Gangs, Economic Reform & Free Speech
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Jan 9, 2025 Liz Truss, former UK Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative Party, dives deep into the UK's political challenges. She criticizes the unaccountable bureaucracy that hinders governance and highlights the urgent need for accountability. Truss tackles pressing issues like grooming gangs and governmental failures, while lamenting the media's fixation on sensationalism over serious concerns. She advocates for economic reforms, including shifting away from net zero goals, and emphasizes the necessity of free speech amidst increasing governmental restrictions.
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Britain's Failed State
- Britain is experiencing a failed state, evident in recurring scandals like the grooming gangs crisis.
- The problem isn't just incompetent politicians, but a fundamental flaw in the state's structure.
Grooming Gangs Documentary
- Liz Truss recalls watching the documentary "Free Girls" about grooming gangs and initially believing the issue was being addressed.
- Years later, she realized the problem persisted, highlighting a significant failure of the state.
The Politician's Dilemma
- Politicians face a dilemma: expose systemic flaws and risk collapse, or try fixing them quietly.
- Liz Truss felt constrained by this while serving as Prime Minister.