CLEAN : UK PM favourite Truss faces big challenges, says political analyst

The transcript discusses the interest in France and the potential surprises in elections, focusing on the Conservative Party's leadership race between Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak. It highlights the demographic of Conservative members and the challenges the new Prime Minister will face, including policy issues like the NHS and social care. The text also examines Boris Johnson's voter base and the difficulties Truss might encounter in appealing to them. Rishi Sunak's traditional conservative approach is analyzed, along with the internal struggles within the Conservative Party and the potential impact on future elections.

What demographic characteristics are most common among Conservative Party members?

• Mostly young and living in the North of England

• Mostly under 30 and living in rural areas

• Mostly over 60 and living in the South of England

• Mostly middle-aged and living in urban areas

What are some of the key public policy challenges facing the new Prime Minister?

• Privatizing public transport and reducing healthcare costs

• Improving the National Health Service and addressing strikes

• Reducing taxes and increasing military spending

• Expanding the education system and cutting social care funding

How did Boris Johnson manage to appeal to new voters in 2019?

• By offering a slightly bigger state with higher taxes

• By promising tax cuts and a smaller state

• By focusing on international relations

• By reducing public spending

What is a potential issue for Rishi Sunak as a leader?

• His perceived distance from society due to wealth

• His focus on increasing borrowing

• His lack of experience in government

• His aggressive international stance

What could trigger a leadership change in the Conservative Party?

• A successful local election

• A new policy initiative

• A strong economic performance

• A poor performance in local elections