'We can win' - Jo Swinson tells Lib Dems in conference speech

'We can win' - Jo Swinson tells Lib Dems in conference speech

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The Liberal Democrats, led by Jo Swinson, are positioning themselves as a strong alternative to the main parties, with ambitions to stop Brexit and attract remain voters. Swinson criticizes Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn, highlighting the party's unity and recent defections as signs of potential realignment. However, there are concerns about overconfidence and challenges in key areas like Harrogate. The party leaves its conference with optimism but faces the risk of disappointment if their goals are not met.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Jo Swinson's main goal for the Liberal Democrats?

To reduce the party's ambitions

To support Brexit

To stop Brexit altogether

To form a coalition with the main parties

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Jo Swinson view the leaders of the main parties?

As potential allies

As supportive of remain voters

As unfit for coalition

As trustworthy leaders

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Jo Swinson hope to achieve with recent parliamentary defections?

A realignment of the wider electorate

A stronger coalition with Labour

An increase in Brexit support

A reduction in party unity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential risk for the Liberal Democrats' extreme remain position?

Gaining too much support

Being seen as too moderate

Overconfidence leading to a step too far

Losing all parliamentary seats

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sentiment do Liberal Democrat members leave the conference with?

Complete certainty of success

A plan to merge with the Conservative party

Greater optimism but aware of possible disappointment

A desire to support Brexit