He was a cruise ship waiter before rising in the trade union movement and becoming one of the country’s best-known Labour politicians under Tony Blair.
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Tony Blair’s Advice on Leadership: Tend to Your Legacy
In an interview, the former British prime minister discussed his new book, ‘On Leadership,’ and the dysfunction of U.S. politics, and he deflected questions about Elon Musk’s influence.
Tony Blair’s Advice on Leadership: Tend to Your Legacy
In an interview, the former British prime minister discussed his new book ‘On Leadership,’ the dysfunction of U.S. politics, and deflected questions about Elon Musk’s influence.
Britain’s New Prime Minister Had Just Hours to Prepare
A new U.S. president usually has a two-month window to prepare to move into the White House. Freshly elected British prime ministers move into Downing Street much more swiftly.
Keir Starmer Is on the Cusp of Power in the U.K.
The Labour leader still struggles with the “performative side” of British politics, even as he has pulled his party to the center.
How Britain’s Labour Party Became Electable Again
In less than five years, the opposition Labour Party has gone from massive defeat to the favorite to win next month’s election. How did they do it?
How Britain’s Labour Party Became Electable Again
In less than five years, the opposition Labour Party has gone from massive defeat to the favorite to win next month’s election. How did they do it?
UK Moves to Ban the Islamist Group Hizb ut-Tahrir
The government said it would designate the international Islamist political group a terrorist organization, citing what it said was Hizb ut-Tahrir’s praise for the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
Tony Blair, Former U.K. Leader, Is Suddenly Back in Favor
The former British prime minister, who left Downing Street widely unpopular, is back in favor with his party, Labour, which hopes his political skills can be an advantage as an election nears.
Who Is David Sherborne, Prince Harry’s Lawyer?
The lawyer leading the courtroom arguments, David Sherborne, has taken on Britain’s tabloid press several times.