Dining across the divide: She's a big fan of Jeremy Corbyn. I think Keir Starmer is the best thing to happen to the Labour party for a long time'

Cathi expresses how she used to be the poet at burlesque events. Despite her formal attire, her presence was unexpected, highlighting the importance of self-expression in all settings.

Emily describes Cathi as a stylish woman, noting that she isn't intimidating, but rather cool. This illustrates the intersection of personal style and professional identity.

Despite voting Labour, Emily admits a disconnect with Corbyn's leadership, mainly due to the perception that Starmer is a more effective leader, further emphasizing the divide within the party.

Emily critiques the mainstream media's bias against Labour under Starmer, suggesting that positive government actions go unnoticed while negative narratives dominate, revealing a challenge for the party.

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