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Nick Cohen discusses Keir Starmer's resignation and its implications for the UK, while expressing optimism about Andy Burnham's potential leadership.

Keir Starmer resigns - can Andy Burnham save the country from the disaster of a Reform government? Nick Cohen talks about Keir Starmer's resignation as Britain's sixth Prime Minister in ten years, reflecting on the implications for the country and the wider West. Nick explores concerns about Britain's political stability, comparing the situation to historical examples of governments collapsing, and talks about how nationalist parties are gaining power across the UK. Nick defends Starmer's leadership, highlighting his handling of Trump's presidency and his efforts on Ukraine, while acknowledging his political shortcomings. Nick expresses optimism about Andy Burnham becoming the next Prime Minister and emphasises the need for the centre-left to unite to counter the growing influence of the radical right, led by figures like Farage who has successfully split the right-wing vote. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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