Gordon Brown, Prime Minister, speech to The Labour Party Conference 2009

The transcript discusses the upcoming election, emphasizing its impact on the future of British citizens, including jobs, healthcare, and safety. It encourages questioning the proposed changes by political opponents, focusing on economic policies, NHS rights, crime prevention, and Britain's position in Europe. The speaker urges the audience to consider whether these changes benefit the majority or just a privileged few.

What is the primary focus of the upcoming election according to the speaker?

• The future of the citizens

• The speaker's personal future

• The past achievements of the government

• The history of the country

What does the speaker suggest the audience should do when the opposition talks about change?

• Ignore their statements

• Accept their promises without question

• Demand to know their specific plans

• Support them unconditionally

According to the speaker, what is the opposition's first priority regarding taxes?

• Reduce taxes for the middle class

• Provide a tax giveaway to the wealthiest estates

• Increase taxes for everyone

• Eliminate taxes altogether

What concern does the speaker raise about healthcare?

• Increasing the number of hospitals

• Reducing the cost of medicines

• Scrapping the right to see a cancer specialist within two weeks

• Providing free healthcare for all

What is the speaker's concern regarding Britain's position in Europe?

• Becoming the leader of Europe

• Placing Britain at the fringes of Europe

• Leaving Europe entirely

• Strengthening ties with Europe