Has Labour reignited the Brexit debate by mistake?
Summary
The News Agents analyze the Labour leadership contest between Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting, focusing on their divergent strategies regarding Brexit and the Makerfield by-election. Burnham downplays EU rejoining to appeal to local voters, while Streeting advocates for it to energize party members. The episode also features Jess Phillips, who discusses her resignation over the government’s failure to legislate against online child abuse, criticizing Starmer’s timidity.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Labour leadership and the Brexit debate
Burnham vs Streeting: Playing to different audiences
Makerfield by-election: Demographics and polling
The political viability of rejoining the EU
Labour's economic policy and fiscal constraints
Interview: Jess Phillips resigns over online safety
Burnham's running videos and political fitness
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