Day 2 of Election Campaign gets underway after big name resignations

Day 2 of Election Campaign gets underway after big name resignations

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Tom Watson announced his resignation as Labour's deputy leader and MP, citing personal reasons. His departure follows internal party tensions and comes amid a turbulent election campaign. The Tories face their own challenges with Alan Cairns' resignation. Labour and Tory leaders continue their campaigns, with Labour's John McDonnell proposing economic changes and Jo Swinson forming a remain alliance. The political landscape is shifting as parties prepare for the upcoming election.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason Tom Watson gave for his resignation?

Pressure from left-wing members

A desire to start a new life

Political disagreements with Jeremy Corbyn

Health issues

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did left-wing members of the Labour Party attempt regarding Tom Watson?

They proposed a new policy in his favor

They encouraged him to run for Prime Minister

They tried to abolish his position

They supported his leadership

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Welsh Secretary Alan Cairns resign?

To join another political party

Following a personal scandal

Due to health reasons

Amid accusations of a cover-up

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Boris Johnson accuse Jeremy Corbyn of wanting?

To support Brexit

To hold multiple referendums

To strengthen the union

To increase taxes

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the campaign strategies announced by Labour's shadow chancellor?

To centralize the Treasury

To move decision-making to the north of England

To reduce public spending

To form an alliance with the Conservative Party

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