CLEAN : House of Cards author despairs at wicked Brexit debate

The video discusses the nature of political fiction, emphasizing the need to make it credible by diluting reality. It highlights the unexpected bitterness of a referendum campaign and critiques the notion of stability in Europe, particularly focusing on Greece's economic struggles. The speaker compares the EU to a ship with too many captains, suggesting that its rapid expansion has led to leadership challenges.

What is the main characteristic of political fiction according to the speaker?

• It is purely fictional with no basis in reality.

• It simplifies reality to make it believable.

• It always predicts future events accurately.

• It is based on historical events.

What unexpected aspect of the referendum campaign does the speaker highlight?

• Its high cost.

• Its overwhelming public support.

• Its bitter and wicked nature.

• Its lack of media coverage.

What example does the speaker use to illustrate the instability in Europe?

• The technological advancements in Italy.

• The economic growth in Germany.

• The economic pain in Greece.

• The political changes in France.

According to the speaker, what is a problem with the European Union's structure?

• It has a strong central leadership.

• It lacks a clear economic policy.

• It has too few member countries.

• It has expanded too quickly.

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe the leadership situation in the EU?

• A plane with multiple pilots.

• A train with no conductor.

• A ship with too many captains.

• A single captain steering a ship.