Farage retreats to online addresses as political support dwindles and scrutiny intensifies
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Summary
A critical opinion piece analyzing Nigel Farage's shift from press conferences to online "addresses to the nation" as his political support wanes. The author mocks Farage's self-importance and grandiosity, suggesting his move to virtual events is driven by fear of scrutiny over financial questions, particularly the £5m he claims to have received. The piece portrays Farage as losing mainstream support and retreating to a more insular, radical base.
Key quotes
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Now he is a virtual prisoner in his own home. Afraid to subject himself to awkward questions about the £5m he says he was
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