Gordon Brown campaigns for Labour in Peterborough by-election

Gordon Brown campaigns for Labour in Peterborough by-election

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The transcript discusses the importance of local representation in addressing community needs, critiques the Brexit candidate's stance on inequality, and highlights economic challenges faced by families. It criticizes the Conservative Party's handling of injustices and the state of social welfare and poverty in the UK. The speaker advocates for wealthier individuals and businesses to support the less fortunate, emphasizing the Labour Party's role in creating a stronger society.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is suggested as the best representative for Peterborough and its surrounding districts in Parliament?

The Brexit candidate

Lisa Falls

A local business leader

A Conservative MP

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main economic challenges mentioned that families face?

High cost of childcare

Limited access to healthcare

Lack of job opportunities

Inadequate public transportation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker criticize the Conservative Party for?

Increasing taxes

Failing to address burning injustices

Supporting the European Union

Reducing military spending

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on the role of wealthy individuals in society?

They should pay less tax

They should do more to help those who are not wealthy

They should focus on personal wealth accumulation

They should invest in foreign markets

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what is the current state of the welfare system in Britain?

It is no longer a safety net

It is a robust safety net

It is the best in Europe

It is improving steadily