Perspectives

The home of student political commentary, with detailed analysis of the issues of our times. See more on our website below.

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🇬🇧 Polls show youth are likely to vote Labour in the upcoming election, but are they excited to? Raphael discusses the steps Labour must take to put 18-24 year olds at the front of their plan to rebuild the economy, and not the ageing population.
https://t.co/T6conR9ivT

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🇬🇧 In a comprehensive evaluation of Labour’s policy to tax private school fees, Toby discusses the many issues with the policy and the potentially unintended consequences. He highlights the potential added stress on the state system.

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🇬🇧 A different perspective of Farage’s electoral challenge comes from Ethan. He critiques the prior reforms of the Blairite era, and the need for a renewed sense of a unitary Parliament and country. Farage is poised on the edge of this change.

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🇬🇧 In shocking developments in the general election, we have seen Nigel Farage enter the arena. An already divisive figure, Jakob warns of the future implications of electing Farage.

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🇬🇧 Keir Starmer could quite possibly be the next Prime Minister. But the policies released by Labour so far leave much to be desired. Louis highlights the weakness in the policy and how this can be helped.

https://t.co/x2GuSw2exr

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🇪🇺 With upcoming local elections in Ireland, there is a feeling of change in the air. Will Sinn Fèin reign victorious? Or will the same coalition rule? James takes us through all of the possibilities.

https://t.co/IbMO7v2hmW

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🇬🇧 The announcement of a national service policy from the Conservative’s has seen the nation divided. Ethan talks us through the mixed reception, ultimately arguing that a real patriot would invest in domestic issues.

https://t.co/jB2pjBfbng

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🇪🇺 The rising right in the European Parliament plans to unite lead by Marine Le Pen. Jakob leverages a warning to the divided left, it’s time to come together or be crushed.

https://t.co/ookfPVq6c2

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🇬🇧 The start of our general election coverage! Kara takes us through her initial reaction to this unexpected election announcement and assesses the situation of the parties before what will be a brutal campaign.

https://t.co/gVNUN6g6l7

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🇬🇧Gabriel takes us through the significance of the perceived ‘culture war’ on recent local elections and how it may come into play in the upcoming general election. He identifies the detrimental effect of the focus and how disengaging this may become.

https://t.co/gmxG1r7XkV

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Criticisms have mounted on the French government’s approaches to law and order and free speech. Raphael explores where these criticisms have come from and argues that current government behaviour is dismantling French democracy.

https://t.co/7NGrllH01H

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US CPI inflation remain stubbornly above expectation for the third consecutive reading. In this article, Louis Gilmore discusses Biden’s economic performance and explores the impact that inflation have on the outcome of this year's presidential election.
https://t.co/0jXyTH8BLc

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🇪🇺In recent news, the #EU has introduced a new #Migration plan, helping take pressures off ‘frontline’ countries. But how successful will this #legislation be? Gabriel takes us through the potential issues. https://t.co/SxtRZc7tmE

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🇵🇹The 2024 #Portugueseelection has seen the near decade-long dominance of the #Socialist Party come to an end and the rise of the far-right #Chega party in its place. André explores deeper political discontentment and the new government in #crisis. https://t.co/EKPJKeI1d9

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There is a need for nurses in the UK and across Europe. There is a need for nurses in the global south. Daniel navigates this question, highlighting the role of affluent countries to help instead of hinder.
https://t.co/InYYa2OHVU

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🇺🇸An unlikely challenger has emerged from #America’s infamous political family – Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In this article, William examines #RFKJr's background, his #controversial beliefs, and how he could impact the #2024election. https://t.co/jzxp78sPSZ

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🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿#Wales has a new first minister in #VaughanGething – Europe’s first Black head of government. In this article, Dylan outlines what Gething’s appointment means for Wales, arguing his leadership presents an opportunity for a more prosperous future. https://t.co/vlO7FaE4gm

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Following the revelation that the #ConservativeParty’s biggest donor, #FrankHester, suggested Labour MP #DianeAbbott “should be shot”, Kara gives her perspective on his comments and the pervasiveness of #racism and hatred in #BritishPolitics. https://t.co/2hmykcycls

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🇷🇺Putin winning the 2024 #elections was a surprise to no one, but the outright opposition to this win within his own country and abroad potentially was. Daniel takes us through these events and what it might mean for #Putin’s future and #Russia.
https://t.co/p6xQKgdPj4

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🇫🇷On the 4th of March, #Frenchpolitics changed forever, with the woman’s right to #abortion being enshrined in their #constitution. Maya takes a look at this #revolutionary change, whilst also raising concerning trends in current French politics. https://t.co/NJNPZ3FY8g