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Electoral Dysfunction
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Sky News politician-poker Beth Rigby is sandwiched between Tory peer Ruth Davidson and Labour MP Jess Phillips in this promising new podcast that leads into “a bonanza year for elections”. What voters want, leadership and the sorry state of things are all on the table. The trio offer a refreshing change from the usual dadcasts, favouring heart and insight over political point-scoring. There’s even a story about Priti Patel’s kindness … Hannah Verdier
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