UK: Interview with Former Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union David Davis MP

The transcript discusses the political constraints faced by a leader in balancing party politics and external pressures, particularly in relation to Brexit. It highlights the need to adhere to the 'take back control' narrative while allowing some room for compromise. The discussion also touches on the constraints imposed by the withdrawal agreement and the potential for maneuvering within these limits.

What is a potential risk for a leader within his own party when dealing with external parties like the Brexit Party?

• Gaining more support

• Stronger alliances

• Increased funding

• A betrayal narrative

What narrative is a leader expected to stick to according to the discussion?

• Economic growth

• Take back control

• Environmental sustainability

• Global cooperation

How does the discussion suggest implementing control over laws and borders?

• By increasing military presence

• By ignoring international agreements

• Through civilized measures

• By expelling all foreign entities

What agreement is mentioned as having already impacted some constraints?

• The Paris Agreement

• The Withdrawal Agreement

• The Geneva Convention

• The Kyoto Protocol

How much room for maneuver is suggested to be available within the existing constraints?

• A bit of room

• A significant amount

• Unlimited room

• No room at all