Labour's comeback

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The Labor Party is slightly ahead of the Conservative Party in the polls. This is due to the indecisiveness of Conservatives in dealing with the worsening economy. Shadow chancellor John Smith will have to face the dilemma of finding a way to finance Labor's promise for higher pensions and other proposals.

Economic policy, Smith, John (British politician)

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Labour and the poor: what can a modern left-of-centre government do to alleviate poverty?

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Conservative governments have been voted into office since 1979 in the UK, and the general perception is that there are more poor people and that they are worse off as a result. This belief is expected to lead to a Labor Party victory in the next election. Possible anti-poverty measures are discussed.

Editorial, Poverty

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Demons, democracy - and Peter Mandelson

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Communications director Mandelson manages the Labour Party's media campaign with military precision. Many voters are repelled by manipulative campaign advertising. However, most elections are decided before the campaign. It is TV sound bites that win the swing votes in close elections.

Management, Television and politics, Campaign management, Mandelson, Peter

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