Kemi Badenoch's Controversial Leadership: Economic Promises and Pandemic Backlash
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch outlines economic differences with Labour while facing backlash over comments on Partygate and Boris Johnson.
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On her first day as Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch promised an economic approach contrary to Labour's. She criticized previous leadership for failing to maintain public trust, particularly regarding immigration and tax issues. While pledging to reverse VAT hikes on private schools, Badenoch faced backlash for minimizing the impact of the Partygate scandal on bereaved families. Critics accused her of being disconnected from the suffering caused during the pandemic, stressing the need for genuine accountability and trust in politicians. Badenoch's comments triggered a mix of support and outrage as she attempts to unify the party.
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