Owen Smith Leadership Speech In Newcastle

The video discusses the historical significance of Newcastle and Jarrow in the labor movement, highlighting the Jarrow March and Ellen Wilkinson's role. It stresses the importance of Labour Party leaders listening to grassroots voices, especially in light of the Brexit vote, which is seen as a call for change against Tory austerity and a long-standing economic consensus. The video critiques the economic focus on financial services since the 1980s, advocating for a shift towards a more productive industrial economy.

What role did Ellen Wilkinson play in the labor movement?

How did the March from Jarrow in the 1930s influence the labor movement in Britain?

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for the current leadership of the Labour Party?

What was the significance of the Brexit vote according to the speaker?

In what ways has the economic consensus in Britain changed since the 1980s?