These are difficult economic times for the country and have been difficult political times for the government. But the left should recognise there are grounds for optimism.
The challenges of the time demand progressive solutions – whether it’s globalisation or climate change, they make the case for government more not less strong. The Tories are talking about the minimum wage, public services and poverty because they know the mood of the times has changed: we have changed it, and we should be proud of it.
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