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Keir Starmer’s Labour: hope or despair? – Politics Weekly UK

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Keir Starmer’s Labour party looks closer to power than at any point over the past 13 years, but where is the sense of optimism and vision for the future? The Guardian’s John Harris is joined by political reporter Aletha Adu and columnist Polly Toynbee. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
2 Aug 2023 English United Kingdom News

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