Beating the Conservatives: Could Tactical Voting Work? - TLDR News

The video explores whether a progressive alliance could solve the UK left's problems. It discusses the concept of a formal electoral pact among centre-left parties and its potential advantages and disadvantages. The video also considers tactical voting as an alternative, highlighting recent by-elections where tactical voting led to significant outcomes. It concludes by questioning the necessity of a formal alliance given the effectiveness of tactical voting.

In what ways might the presence of smaller parties like the Greens and Lib Dems affect a progressive alliance?

What was the outcome of the North Shropshire by-election in terms of party vote shares?

What factors contribute to the effectiveness of tactical voting at by-elections compared to general elections?