Right turn ahead for Reeves and Starmer
This is Reeves’s fundamental problem: our system of social democracy is coming apart as it becomes increasingly unaffordable.
The situation is grave. The post-war settlement is breaking down on all fronts—at home and abroad. It is a great unravelling.
To placate the furious Labour left, Reeves will likely resort to yet more damaging tax rises while cutting welfare and increasing defence spending. The centre-right must respond with clarity and discipline. Any other strategy is a mistake:
• Welcome every spending cut.
• Oppose every tax rise.
New article: Right turn ahead for Reeves and Starmer
Against all their instincts, Labour are about to turn further right. Centre-right politicians and think tanks must drive them forward in a situation which is more serious than commonly understood.
https://fightingforafreefuture.substack.com/p/right-turn-ahead-for-reeves-and-starmer
SteveBakerFRSA / Rt Hon Steve Baker FRSA
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