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Europe politics

Thatcher? Brexit? This isn't the way to Labour hearts | William Keegan

Starmer's comparison of Thatcher with other Labour leaders could alienate traditional Labour voters.

The housing crisis in the UK today is seen as a consequence of Thatcherite policies. [ more ]

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Europe politics

Thatcher? Brexit? This isn't the way to Labour hearts | William Keegan

Starmer's comparison of Thatcher with other Labour leaders could alienate traditional Labour voters.

The housing crisis in the UK today is seen as a consequence of Thatcherite policies. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Keir Starmer insists he's no Thatcher fan boy'

Keir Starmer attempted to calm criticism over his comments about Margaret Thatcher by acknowledging the terrible things she did.

Starmer insisted he is no fan of Thatcher and disagrees with some of her actions, particularly the damage she caused to communities, especially in Scotland. [ more ]

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Awful as it was, Thatcherism did transform Britain. Starmerism just promises more of the same | Owen Jones

Labour leader Keir Starmer praised the transformative nature of Margaret Thatcher's administrations, which is seen as controversial within the Labour party.

Starmer's praise of Thatcher reveals the conservative nature of his project and suggests that under a future Labour government, Thatcherism, George Osborne's, and Boris Johnson's legacies could be preserved. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

Now Keir Starmer says Margaret Thatcher did terrible things'

Labour leader Keir Starmer has faced backlash for his comments on Margaret Thatcher, condemning her for doing terrible things

Starmer previously praised Thatcher for setting loose Britain's natural entrepreneurialism [ more ]

BBC News

Thatcher's three PMQs mentions after three decades away

MPs in the Commons had light-hearted exchanges involving Margaret Thatcher's name

Downing Street criticizes Keir Starmer's ability to match Margaret Thatcher [ more ]

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Thatcherism is the worst kind of model for Labour | Letters

Keir Starmer's praise of Thatcher as an effective prime minister was misunderstood and seen as a tin-eared statement.

The current Tory government is characterized by ineffectiveness and a failure to plan for the future. [ more ]

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Leaked email reveals Keir Starmer vetoed Thatcher criticism

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer prevented a shadow minister from criticizing Margaret Thatcher's policies in a leaked email.

There has been speculation about a strained relationship between Sir Keir Starmer and deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner. [ more ]

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A word to the wise, Keir Starmer: whoever advised you to praise Thatcher got it wrong | John McTernan

Labour's pursuit of Tory switchers may backfire

Praising Margaret Thatcher is a strategic misstep for Keir Starmer [ more ]

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The Guardian view on Tory ideology: Thatcherism isn't working it never did | Editorial

Margaret Thatcher's influence still permeates British politics, with politicians copying her style and policies.

Thatcher's legacy is controversial, with supporters crediting her for turning around the UK's economy, but critics arguing that her policies led to greed and inequality. [ more ]

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Keir Starmer praises Margaret Thatcher in bid to woo Tory voters

Keir Starmer praises Margaret Thatcher's sense of mission and aims to woo Conservative voters.

Starmer wants to distance himself from the leftwing legacy of Jeremy Corbyn. [ more ]

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Keir Starmer piles praise on Margaret Thatcher in a bid to woo Tory voters

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer praised Margaret Thatcher to win over disillusioned Tory voters.

Starmer accused the Conservatives of betraying the country on migration and promised that Labour is ready to deliver. [ more ]

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Left-wing politics

The Surprise of the Night!' Fox News Anchor Marvels at Nikki Haley Taking 150,000+ Votes Away from Trump in Pennsylvania Even After Dropping Out

Nikki Haley's strong performance in the Pennsylvania Republican presidential primary, even after dropping out of the race, is noteworthy. [ more ]

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Books

Pity: An Evocative New Novel About Queer Life in the North of England

The novel explores the experiences of young, queer, working-class individuals in a northern town

The story delves into generational legacy and the impact of Margaret Thatcher's policies [ more ]

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Thatcher? Brexit? This isn't the way to Labour hearts | William Keegan

Starmer's comparison of Thatcher with other Labour leaders could alienate traditional Labour voters.

The housing crisis in the UK today is seen as a consequence of Thatcherite policies. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com