Interview with Tom Watson, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party Pt 1

Tom Watson discusses the political challenges facing the Labour Party, emphasizing the need for strong leadership and the importance of respecting Jeremy Corbyn's mandate. He argues against setting a timetable for Corbyn's leadership and dismisses the idea of forming alliances with other left-wing parties as a strategy of despair. Watson stresses the need for an exciting manifesto to capture the public's imagination and address post-Brexit challenges.

What is the golden rule in politics mentioned in the video?

• Always follow public opinion.

• Make alliances with other parties.

• Never assume things can't get worse.

• Always predict the future accurately.

What was Tom Watson's stance on setting a timetable for Jeremy Corbyn's leadership?

• He supported setting a strict timetable.

• He was indifferent about the timetable.

• He believed it was wrong to set a timetable.

• He thought a timetable was necessary for improvement.

According to the video, what is the Labour Party's expected performance in the next election?

• Winning the majority of seats.

• Winning more than 300 seats.

• Winning fewer than 200 seats.

• Winning exactly 250 seats.

What is the suggested strategy for the Labour Party to capture the future?

• Forming coalitions with other parties.

• Creating an exciting manifesto.

• Focusing on past achievements.

• Reducing public spending.

What is Tom Watson's opinion on forming a coalition with the SNP and Greens?

• He is undecided about it.

• He believes it's a ridiculous notion.

• He thinks it's a necessary step.

• He supports the idea.