Saturday Jun 01, 2024
#347 - Jackson Caines: The Left Divided - Corbyn, Starmer, and GE 24
In this episode, Jackson Caines from Transform Politics joins Josh Hamilton to discuss the state of left-wing politics in Britain, the future of the Labour party, and the emergence of independent candidates.
In this episode, we cover:
- The influence of independent candidates in local constituencies
- Criticism of politicians having TV shows and second jobs
- The shift of Labour's policies towards the center under Keir Starmer
- The impact of NHS privatization and the need for radical healthcare policies
- The rise of the Transform party and their collaboration with left-wing candidates
00:00 Introduction
04:32 Support for Corbyn inspired a political journey.
09:47 Informational divide in Britain, Twitter vs traditional news.
13:17 Keir Starmer's leadership signals shift from left.
17:40 Policies not genuinely inspired, content with status quo.
19:48 Keir Starmer governs from center-right, lacks grassroots support.
23:04 Labour cautious on US response to Israel.
28:37 Low voter turnout reflects uninspiring political climate.
29:55 Left aims for unity, endorses certain candidates.
34:41 Nervous about announcement, now ready for campaign.
36:32 Media crews interview Jeremy Corbyn's constituents about candidacy.
41:13 Witnessed defeat of Corbyn project at election.
44:40 Suggested country improvements: affordable trains, reduce MP's jobs
46:03 Tory spending increases, but little impact felt.
49:07 New party growing with over 1000 members.
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