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An ambitious aquatic analogy of British politics from 2008 onwards

The British political scene in 2008 can be compared to three vessels on the sea.

Currently the Titanic is the ship in the spotlight. Many passengers got on board, but the only place it’s going fast, is down. Passengers are panicking, looking for a rescue ship, and the only thing they can see is the lovely looking Marie Celeste. From distant observation it seems perfectly seaworthy, it’s got some damn fine sails. So, naturally, people jump overboard and swim towards it.

Just one problem.

As soon as people climb aboard the Marie Celeste, they will realise that there isn’t a …

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