In these highly polarised times, criticising the prime minister — and this particular PM — seems to be the one thing that unites people in fury, disappointment, and loathing. As Keir Starmer rolled up his sleeves to address the nation on Monday morning, following one of the worst election results in Labour's history, he faced a monumental challenge.
Starmer's Predicament
The Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty was watching — and wincing. "There are times when I watch Keir Starmer promising he's going to change," he said. "He looks to me like a guy on the verge of divorce, holding flowers from the nearest petrol station and saying: 'Trust me. Honestly, it's going to be different this time. Honestly, love, stick with me.'"
Why Such Antagonism?
But why does there seem to be such antagonism towards the Labour leader? Chakrabortty delves into the reasons behind the widespread discontent, exploring whether anyone can guide the party out of the mess they have found themselves in. The podcast examines Starmer's predicament and questions if he may be the last prime minister of the two-party system.
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