Andy Burnham’s mask just slipped
I could call the PM a fibber or accuse him of gaslighting voters. But I think he's gone beyond that. So let’s be forensic and look at his exact words. Burnham’s promise came in May, when he was fighting his way back into Westminster in the Makerfield by-election. He told voters: “Brexit has been damaging, but I also believe the last thing we should do right now is rerun those arguments.” I agree. Britain has enough problems without reopening the most divisive political argument of recent years. But has he stuck to his word?
TL;DR
- Andy Burnham's statements on Brexit are scrutinized for perceived inconsistencies.
- Burnham's past promise not to rerun Brexit arguments is contrasted with recent calls for discussions on freedom of movement.
- The author suggests Burnham is telling different groups what they want to hear to achieve political aims, such as uniting the left and winning the next election.
- The piece implies that the establishment, including figures like Rachel Reeves, dislikes giving voters direct power.
- Burnham is set to attend the UK-EU summit on November 20th to seek a new deal.