Populism and the Future of the Centre Right | Rt Hon David Gauke | TEDxYouth@HABS

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In his talk, Rt Hon David Gauke delves into the evolving political landscape of the UK. He discusses how cultural issues now heavily influence voter behavior, supplanting traditional economic concerns. Reflecting on his own tenure as a Conservative Party MP, Gauke examines how Brexit triggered significant political realignment, altering party loyalties and creating new divisions. He underscores the challenges arising from this shift, such as economic disarray, the ascent of populism, and heightened societal polarization. Gauke advocates for a more unified and inclusive governance strategy to address these complexities.

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David Gauke is a former Conservative MP and Cabinet Minister, having served as Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Secretary of State for Work & Pensions, and Secretary of State for Justice and Lord Chancellor. He stood as an independent in 2019 in South West Hertfordshire, the constituency he had represented since 2005, having lost the Conservative whip because of his opposition to a no deal Brexit. Amongst other activities, David is a regular columnist for the New Statesman and ConservativeHome and has recently edited the book The Case for the Centre Right. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx