On two sides of the Pond
Let’s take heart. There is, at last, a real chance that on both sides of the Atlantic, better times lie ahead
Let me introduce you to the first two chapters of Lustig’s Guide to The Understanding of Politics.
Chapter 1: Here Is Not There.
Chapter 2: Now Is Not Then.
In other words, when it comes to looking at the latest political developments, comparisons with other places and other times will take us only so far.
For example, let’s look at the leader of a political party who has a strong background as a public prosecutor. They are regarded as competent and experienced, but they bring with them what is known in the trade as ‘baggage’. They started on the left of their party but have repositioned themself on the centre ground. They are sixtyish but they convey a far greater sense of energy and purpose than those they are seeking to replace.
If you are one of my American readers, you will know exactly who I am talking about. Obviously, it’s Kamala Harris.
Nonsense, you will say if you are in the UK. It’s clearly Keir Starmer.
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