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The three main political parties in the UK Flashcards

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Factions within the Conservative party

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One Nation Conservatives
Thatcherites
Eurosceptics (Brexiteers)
Liberal Conservatives
Traditionalists
Libertarians
Right-Wing Populists
Green Conservatives

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What is One Nation Conservatives Philosophy

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Center-right, emphasizing social cohesion, economic interventionism, and pragmatic governance. They often advocate for moderate, compassionate conservatism.

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what is One Nation Conservatives key characteristics

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Support for public services, investment in infrastructure, and maintaining a welfare safety net.

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Notable One Nation Conservatives

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Benjamin Disraeli
David Cameron
Theresa May.

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Thatcherites philosophy

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Named after Margaret Thatcher, this group emphasizes free-market economics, individual responsibility, and a smaller state.

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key characteristics of Thatcherites

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Advocates for deregulation, privatization, and low taxation. Strong emphasis on national sovereignty and traditional values.

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Notable Thatcherites

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Margaret Thatcher, and in some ways, Boris Johnson (particularly in his rhetoric on Brexit).

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Eurosceptics (Brexiteers) philosophy

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Strongly opposed to European Union integration and committed to British sovereignty.

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Key characteristics of Eurosceptics (Brexiteers)

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Focus on immigration control, trade independence, and rejecting EU legal frameworks. This group was pivotal in driving Brexit.

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notable Eurosceptics (Brexiteers)

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Boris Johnson, Michael Gove, and Jacob Rees-Mogg.

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Liberal Conservatives philosophy

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Economically conservative but socially liberal, supporting issues like LGBTQ+ rights, environmental protection, and social mobility.

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key characteristics of Liberal Conservatives

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Advocacy for free trade, globalization, and a progressive stance on social issues.

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Notable Liberal Conservatives

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David Cameron
Rory Stewart

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Traditionalists philosophy

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Focused on preserving British traditions, culture, and institutions. Often socially conservative.

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key characteristics of Traditionalists

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Support for the monarchy, the Church of England, and a strong stance on law and order.

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Notable Traditionalists

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Jacob Rees-Mogg
Suella Braverman.

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Libertarians Philosophy

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Strong emphasis on individual liberty, minimal government intervention, and free-market policies.

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Key characteristics of Libertarians

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Advocates for personal freedoms, low taxes, and deregulation.

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Notable Libertarians

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Steve Baker
Daniel Hannan

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Right-wing populists philosophy

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Focus on appealing to the concerns of ordinary people, often emphasizing immigration control, national identity, and skepticism of elites.

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Key characteristics of Right-wing populists

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Strong rhetoric on cultural and sovereignty issues, often overlapping with the Eurosceptics.

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Notable Right-wing Populists

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Priti Patel
Nigel Farage (though not a Conservative member, his ideas influence this faction).

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Green Conservatives philosophy

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Emphasis on environmental sustainability within a conservative framework.

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Key characteristics of Green Conservatives

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Support for renewable energy, tackling climate change, and conserving natural resources.

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Notable Green Conservatives
Zac Goldsmith
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Factions of the Labour Party
Momentum/Hard left Soft Left Blairites/Third Way Brownites Trade Union Left Blue Labour Social Democrats Left-Wing Environmentalists Pro-European Labour Pragmatic Centrists
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Momentum/Hard Left Philosophy
Strongly socialist, advocating for wealth redistribution, public ownership of key industries, and grassroots activism.
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Key characteristics of Momentum/Hard Left
Anti-austerity, pro-trade unions, and critical of neoliberalism. Advocates for policies like nationalizing utilities and free university tuition.
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Notable figures of the Momentum/Hard Left
Jeremy Corbyn John McDonnell Diane Abbott.
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Associated group of the Momentum/ Hard Left
Momentum, a grassroots organization formed to support Corbyn’s leadership.
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Philosophy of Soft Left
Balances socialist principles with pragmatic approaches to governance. Supports public ownership and reducing inequality but within a mixed economy.
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Key characteristics of Soft Left
Progressive on social issues and open to compromise with centrist ideas.
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Notable figures of Soft Left
Keir Starmer (arguably) Angela Rayner
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Associated groups of the Soft Left
Labour Together
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Philosophy of Blairites/ Third Way
Center-left, rooted in the "Third Way" ideology pioneered by Tony Blair. Combines elements of free-market economics with social justice goals.
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Key characteristics of Blairites/ Third Way
Focus on electoral pragmatism, appealing to the political center, and public service reform.
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Notable Blarites/ Third Way figures
Tony Blair Peter Mandelson David Miliband
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Associated Group of Blairites/ Third Way
Progress (historically influential)
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Philosophy of Brownites
Associated with Gordon Brown, focusing on social justice, reducing child poverty, and state intervention to regulate the economy.
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Key characteristics of Brownites
Pragmatic socialism with an emphasis on fiscal responsibility and redistribution.
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Notable Brownite figures
Gordon Brown Ed Balls Yvette Cooper
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Trade Union Left philosophy
Advocates for worker rights, increased power for trade unions, and policies benefiting the working class.
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Key characteristics of Trade Union Left
Strong focus on collective bargaining, public sector employment, and opposing privatization.
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Notable Trade Union Left figures
Len McCluskey (former Unite leader) Ian Lavery.
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Blue Labour philosophy
Socially conservative but economically interventionist, emphasizing community, family, and national identity.
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key characteristics of Blue Labour
Skeptical of globalization, liberal immigration policies, and excessive individualism.
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Notable Blue Labour figures
Maurice Glasman Jon Cruddas.
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Associated Group of Blue Labour
Blue Labour
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Social Democrats philosophy
Center-left, focusing on gradual reforms within the framework of a mixed economy and parliamentary democracy.
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key characteristics of Social Democrats
Prioritize economic competence, investment in public services, and pro-European Union stances.
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Notable Social Democrat figures
Rachel Reeves Wes Streeting.
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Left-Wing Environmentalist philosophy
Combines socialist values with strong advocacy for climate justice and environmental sustainability.
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key characteristics of Left-Wing Environmentalists
Supports a Green New Deal, renewable energy investments, and international climate cooperation.
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Notable Left-Wing Environmentalist figures
Clive Lewis Nadia Whittome.
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Pro-European Labour philosophy
Advocates for close ties with the EU, emphasizing the benefits of internationalism and cooperation.
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key characteristics of Pro-European Labour
Often critical of Brexit and advocates for policies to align the UK with EU standards and agreements.
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Notable Pro-European Labour figures
Hilary Benn David Lammy.
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Pragmatic Centrists philosophy
Focused on electability, often blending policies from both left and center-left factions to appeal to a broad base.
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key characteristics of Pragmatic Centrists
Support for progressive social values and a careful approach to economic reform.
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Notable pragmatic Centrists
Keir Starmer (widely seen as steering Labour toward this position)
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Social Liberals philosophy
Emphasize social justice, wealth redistribution, and robust public services within a liberal framework.
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key characteristics of Social Liberals
Advocates for progressive taxation, environmental sustainability, and strong public sector investment.
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Notable Social Liberals
Ed Davey (to some extent) Layla Moran
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Associated groups of Social Liberals
Social Liberal Forum
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Economic Liberals philosophy
Focus on free markets, individual enterprise, and fiscal discipline, coupled with a commitment to personal freedom.
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Key characteristics of Economic Liberals
Supports lower taxes, deregulation, and reducing state intervention in the economy while maintaining a social safety net.
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Notable Economic Liberals
Vince Cable Nick Clegg
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Associated groups of Economic Liberals
Orange Book Liberals (named after The Orange Book: Reclaiming Liberalism).
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Progressive Internationalists philosophy
Strongly pro-European and internationalist, advocating for global cooperation, open borders, and human rights.
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key characteristics of Progressive Internationalists
Emphasizes rejoining the European Union, tackling global inequality, and international climate action.
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Notable Progressive Internationalists
Caroline Voaden Guy Verhofstadt (EU alliance).
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Associated groups of Progressive Internationalists
European Movement UK.
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Green Liberals philosophy
Advocate for radical action on climate change and ecological sustainability as a central priority.
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key characteristics of Green Liberals
Promotes renewable energy, biodiversity protection, and a Green New Deal-style agenda.
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Notable Green Liberals
Layla Moran Wera Hobhouse
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Associated groups of Green Liberals
Green Liberal Democrats
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Libertarians philosophy
Emphasize personal freedom, minimal state interference, and civil liberties.
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key characteristics of Libertarians
Opposes excessive government surveillance and restrictive regulations, focusing on individual autonomy.
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Notable Libertarians
Julian Huppert (known for his work on digital rights).
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Centrist Realists philosophy
A pragmatic approach, focusing on making the Liberal Democrats a viable option for mainstream voters.
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Key characteristics of Centrist Realists
Blend of economic liberalism and moderate progressivism, aiming to appeal to disillusioned Labour and Conservative voters
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Notable Centrist Realists
Ed Davey (as leader) Jo Swinson (to some extent)
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Classical Liberals philosophy
Rooted in traditional liberal values, emphasizing the protection of individual rights, free speech, and rule of law.
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Key characteristics of Classical Liberals
Prioritize constitutional reform, devolution, and upholding civil liberties.
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Notable Classical Liberals
Tim Farron (particularly on civil liberties).
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Radical Reformers philosophy
Advocates for systemic political and economic reform, including constitutional change and electoral reform.
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key characteristics of Radical Reformers
Support for proportional representation, abolishing the House of Lords, and decentralizing power.
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Notable Radical Reformers
Paddy Ashdown (historically) Mark Pack.
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associated groups of Radical Reformers
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