General · 24 June 2026

Starmer couldn't beat Brexit's nationalism curse

Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer's attempts to inspire a healthier form of patriotism didn't work. Guardian columnist Rafael Behr suggests that Andy Burnham might have a better chance at uniting the country. This comes as the politics of the UK are seen as poisoned by nationalism.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 June 2026 at 9:25

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