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Why We Get the Wrong Politicians
Author: Isabel Hardman
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Winner at the 2018 Parliamentary Book AwardsShortlisted for the 2018 Waterstones Book of the YearDaily Telegraphs Best Books of the Year, 2018Guardians Best Books of the Year, 2018Evening Standards Best Books of the Year, 2018Daily Mails Best Books of the Year, 2018BBCs Biggest Books, 2018Prospects Best Books of the Year, 2018 Politicians are consistently voted the least trusted professional group by the UK public. Theyve recently become embroiled in scandals concerning sexual harassment and expenses. Every year, they introduce new legislation that doesnt do what it sets out to achieve - often with terrible financial and human costs. But, with some notable exceptions, they are decent, hard-working people, doing a hugely difficult and demanding job. In this searching examination of our political class, award-winning journalist Isabel Hardman tries to square this circle. She lifts the lid on the strange world of Westminster and asks why we end up with representatives with whom we are so unhappy. Filled with forensic analysis and revealing reportage, this landmark and accessible book is a must read for anyone who wants to see a future with better government.
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Winner at the 2018 Parliamentary Book AwardsShortlisted for the 2018 Waterstones Book of the YearDaily Telegraphs Best Books of the Year, 2018Guardians Best Books of the Year, 2018Evening Standards Best Books of the Year, 2018Daily Mails Best Books of the Year, 2018BBCs Biggest Books, 2018Prospects Best Books of the Year, 2018 Politicians are consistently voted the least trusted professional group by the UK public. Theyve recently become embroiled in scandals concerning sexual harassment and expenses. Every year, they introduce new legislation that doesnt do what it sets out to achieve - often with terrible financial and human costs. But, with some notable exceptions, they are decent, hard-working people, doing a hugely difficult and demanding job. In this searching examination of our political class, award-winning journalist Isabel Hardman tries to square this circle. She lifts the lid on the strange world of Westminster and asks why we end up with representatives with whom we are so unhappy. Filled with forensic analysis and revealing reportage, this landmark and accessible book is a must read for anyone who wants to see a future with better government.
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