The Story The Labour politician who inspired JD Vance
Feb 21, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Patrick Maguire, a political columnist for The Times and expert on the Labour Party, delves into the intriguing figure of Lord Maurice Glasman. Glasman, notable for being the only Labour politician at Trump's inauguration, champions the Blue Labour movement, aiming to reconnect the party with disenchanted working-class voters. Maguire highlights the resurgence of Blue Labour amidst the rise of Reform UK, underscoring the urgent need for Labour to adapt its strategies to prevent losing crucial voter support.
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Glasman at Trump Inauguration
- Maurice Glasman, a Labour peer, attended Trump's inauguration.
- He was a guest of then-Vice President J.D. Vance.
Vance and Glasman's Connection
- J.D. Vance, author of "Hillbilly Elegy," emailed Glasman.
- Vance saw Glasman's "Blue Labour" as a potential model.
Blue Labour Ideology
- Blue Labour blends culturally conservative and economically left-wing ideas.
- It emphasizes community, faith, and family values.
