CLEAN : New York mayor throws weight behind UK Labour party

The transcript discusses various topics including the importance of standards and authority, a conference on violence against women, and the ideals of progressiveness within a political party. It introduces Bill de Blasio, the Mayor of New York City, who speaks about the compatibility of a balanced budget with economic fairness. He draws parallels between the UK and NYC, emphasizing the potential for bold progressive change in the UK. The transcript concludes with a vision for a fairer, more prosperous United Kingdom.

According to the speaker, what is the role of leaders in shaping the future?

What does the speaker imply about the relationship between a balanced budget and economic fairness?