Sir Philip Pullman on Boris Johnson, Dominic Cummings, lockdown and the 'villainy' of Brexit

Sir Philip Pullman on Boris Johnson, Dominic Cummings, lockdown and the 'villainy' of Brexit

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The transcript discusses the impact of lockdown on daily life, highlighting how it forced people to engage in outdoor activities. It critiques the UK government's expectations of public behavior during the pandemic, noting the public's sensible response. The speaker criticizes the government's handling of the pandemic and Brexit, expressing anticipation for future reports on these issues. The transcript also delves into constitutional issues, questioning the authority of referendums and the inefficiencies of the current voting system, ultimately expressing pessimism about the possibility of change.

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What does the speaker suggest about the authority of referendums?

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What is the speaker's overall sentiment about the future of the government and the nation?

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