Victory in Defeat: The Illusion of Better Alternatives

Continuing to claim viability after loss reveals the fragility of political narratives. The argument that Liz Truss could have fared better than Rishi Sunak is contentious and reflects a broader tendency to speculate on hypothetical scenarios in politics. The acknowledgment that retaining a seat is a tangible measure of success contrasts with the mere confidence in strategy. Additionally, the belief that the mini-budget could have succeeded with more time underscores a common political defense mechanism—attributing failure to lack of opportunity rather than flawed execution.