Five quotes charting Keir Starmer's shift from defiance to acceptance over his political future
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Peter Walker
Summary
The article tracks Keir Starmer's dramatic shift in tone over 48 hours regarding his political future, moving from defiant statements about fighting on to a more resigned acceptance of his likely downfall. It uses five quotes to chart this rapid change in position, highlighting the political pressure he faced after Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield byelection.
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· 2 pulledIf there is a contest, then yes, I will stand
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