David Blunkett escapes the traps
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Despite being almost completely blind, David Blunkett the leading Labor Party candidate to unseat incumbent Gillian Shephard as Britain's secretary of education. His credentials are impeccable and his visual handicap serves as a reminder to all what opportunity can mean to people with a vision.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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The ascent of David Blunkett
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The career of British politician from the Labor party, David Blunkett, is examined in detail. The possibility that Blunkett could become prime minister is assessed.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2001
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Parlez-vous Anglais?
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The lack of linguistic skills of British cabinet ministers compared to their German counterparts is examined in detail.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 2000
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