Our political cultural is mediocre, sectarian and deeply parochial
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The UK's political culture lacks real interest, being generally parochial and sectarian. This was reflected recently in the negative reaction from some members of the Liberal Democrats to the prospect of increased cooperation with the Labour party. In many cases, party activists are allowed to influence the outcome of significant processes, such as the selection of candidates to become mayor of London, England. It is now time to consider switching to a system such as that used in the US, where the large parties hold primaries of registered supporters to select candidates.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1998
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While bombs fell and storms raged, politics suddenly became personal
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There was a clear trend in 1998 towards politics taking on a more personal dimension. Many details were revealed about the private life of President Bill Clinton as a result of allegations made by Monica Lewinsky. Similarly, the private lives of a number of politicians in the UK came under public scrutiny, although not to the same extent as seen in the US. The UK government made some significant progress, particularly in Northern Ireland, and remained popular. However, some observers raised doubts about some of the government's instincts.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1998
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Must we keep on slaughtering all our political leaders?
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Ordinary Britons still generally regard Prime Minister Tony Blair positively, but they no longer really seem him as tougher and less arrogant than other politicians. Journalists now seem to have a strong dislike for Blair, and are trying to damage his reputation. Both Blair and journalists fail to admit to the general public that on some issues there are very difficult choices to be made. It is now time for Blair and journalists to treat voters as adults. This would be a sign of strength, rather than a sign of weakness.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1998
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