The Rest Is Politics 131. Erdoğan fights on, 'Clause IV on steroids', and the fall of military rule
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May 17, 2023 Turkey's political landscape is heating up as Erdogan battles challenges and prepares for a runoff election. In the UK, Keir Starmer navigates Labour's direction amidst discussions of historical reforms. Thailand's monarchy faces scrutiny, contrasting the current king with his predecessor. The podcast dives into Syria's drug trade, focusing on the rise of Captagon and its implications for regional stability. Lastly, shifting alliances reshape US-Saudi relations, highlighting evolving diplomatic goals in a changing geopolitical landscape.
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Starmer's Conservatism
- Keir Starmer positions himself as a conservative, emphasizing family, international reputation, and fiscal prudence.
- He criticizes the Conservative Party for abandoning these values.
Policy Recommendations for Starmer
- Keir Starmer needs to follow up his bold statements with concrete policy proposals.
- He should focus on key areas to demonstrate his vision for the future.
The Challenge of Repeating Success
- Politicians often get fixated on replicating past successes, like Thatcher's privatization.
- Starmer faces the challenge of finding a similarly impactful reform, but Clause 4 cannot be undone twice.
