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Will Starmer now have to let Diane Abbott and Jeremy Corbyn back into the Labour Party?
May 9, 2024
Former frontbencher Natalie Elphicke criticizes Labour for admitting her, calling for readmission of Diane Abbott and Jeremy Corbyn. Discussion on Labour's strategy, Biden potentially halting arms sales to Israel, and political dynamics at Eurovision. Topics include immigrant perspectives, blame dynamics in protests, and complexities of supporting Israel amidst ceasefire negotiations.
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- Labour Party faces division over admitting controversial MPs like Natalie Elphicke, questioning party values.
- Israel under pressure from right-wing nationalists and US over arms sales, balancing alliances and internal challenges.
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Impact of Natalie Elphic Switching Parties
The sudden defection of Tory MP Natalie Elphic to the Labour Party before Prime Minister's questions has left the Labour Parliamentary Party puzzled and the Tories surprisingly upbeat. While the move gave Labour a brief boost in messaging on borders and defense, Elphic's controversial past responses on various issues raise concerns within her new party.
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