Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) faced ridicule over the weekend for his praise of Liz Truss, the British conservative politician who had a brief and unremarkable tenure as prime minister. Truss, who served for only 45 days, was widely criticized for her incompetence and lack of leadership skills. Many commentators described her as the worst Tory prime minister in modern times, and her tenure was marked by economic instability and shambolic government. Despite this, Cruz commended Truss, drawing mockery from critics. The incident highlights the polarizing nature of Truss's political career and the impact of affirmative action in politics.
In a related development, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson made remarks about the age of presidential candidates in the United States during a speech at Georgetown University. Johnson joked about the U.S. having the oldest presidential candidates and praised the country for its proper veneration of the elderly. He mentioned that Iceland also claims to be the oldest democracy in the world. Johnson expressed his admiration for the U.S. and its choice of octogenarian presidential candidates, stating that it is a wonderful thing to see people in their eighth or ninth decade full of fizz and spunk. [1cfc277d]
Liz Truss, Britain's shortest termed prime minister, has released a book titled 'Ten Years to Save the West', which is a call to action for fellow conservatives. Truss claims that she was a radical stymied by various forces during her time in government. She blames the administrative state, left-wing influences, and her own colleagues for her failures. Truss's policies led to a 13% shift of Tory voters towards Labour. Despite some valid observations about the limitations of the British prime minister's office, Truss's book is seen as a half-manifesto, half-lament that is unlikely to have much impact. Her 49 days in office were deemed a failure due to her incompetence. Truss's husband, political agent, and even Queen Elizabeth II advised against her prime ministerial run. The book is criticized for its incoherence and personal resentment. Truss's economic musings, known as Trussonomics, were not well-received by the markets. Truss also complains about the media's short-term focus, despite her own use of social media during her time as Foreign Secretary. Overall, Truss's book is seen as a failed attempt to salvage her political reputation. [2517d1b9]
The general election in the UK in 1979 was significant as Margaret Thatcher became the country's first female prime minister on a radical Conservative economic agenda. Thatcherism represented a total rethink over the role of the state, breaking the postwar consensus on the economy. The election took place after a wave of strikes and economic turmoil, and Thatcher won a sizeable majority. Her premiership lasted for more than 11 years, during which income taxes were slashed, industries were privatized, and she formed a close relationship with US President Ronald Reagan. However, her controversial policies and euroskepticism ultimately led to her downfall. Thatcher's admirers cite her as a political inspiration, while her opponents view her as a divisive figure whose economic liberalism and euroskepticism fueled opposition to European integration. [9ce02a0e]
Ousted British Tories are finding a new home in US television to espouse pro-Trump views. Liz Truss, the former British prime minister who served for only 45 days, recently criticized Kamala Harris in an interview on Fox News. Truss's appearance on US television is part of a growing trend of British politicians seeking a platform in the United States. This trend is seen as a way for ousted British Tories to promote their pro-Trump views and gain support from conservative audiences. The influence of British politicians on US television is significant, as it allows them to shape the narrative and discourse around important political issues. This development highlights the close relationship between British and American conservative movements and the role of media outlets in amplifying their voices. [3b2d04a3]
Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss faced humiliation at a pro-Trump event in America when a remote-controlled lettuce banner with the caption 'I crashed the economy' was unfurled behind her while she was speaking. The prank was orchestrated by the group Led By Donkeys, who shared the details on social media. Truss, who resigned after her economic plan caused mortgage costs to skyrocket, appeared visibly irritated and muttered 'That's not funny' before leaving the stage. The prank refers to a challenge by the Daily Star to see if Truss's tenure could outlast a head of lettuce, which it did. This incident adds to the criticism and mockery Truss has faced for her short-lived and unsuccessful prime ministerial career. Truss has recently endorsed Elon Musk's comments and criticized attacks on free speech in Britain and Europe. [02bb5569]