May warns political discourse going down wrong path 'towards much darker place'

The transcript discusses the current state of politics, highlighting the inability to balance principles with pragmatism, leading to absolutism. This has negatively impacted public discourse, where disagreement often turns into demeaning others. The speaker warns that unchecked ill words can lead to harmful actions driven by hatred and prejudice.

What personal reflections does the speaker wish to share regarding the state of politics?

How does the speaker describe the current political discourse?

In what way does the speaker believe that absolutism affects public debate?

What does the speaker suggest is a consequence of losing the ability to disagree respectfully?

What does the speaker imply about the relationship between words and actions in the context of hatred and prejudice?