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Nick Clegg Jo Swinson

What Went Wrong for Britain’s Liberal Democrats?

The Liberal Democrats split the anti-Brexit vote with Labour, allowing the Conservatives to prevail.

Nick OttensNick OttensDecember 13, 2019December 2, 2021
Nick Clegg Jo Swinson

Liberal Democrats Are Least Bad Option in British Election

Both the Conservatives and Labour have vacated the center. Vote for the party in the middle.

Atlantic SentinelAtlantic SentinelDecember 9, 2019December 2, 2021
Elizabeth Tower London England

Stakes Are High in British Election, But Outcome Is Up in the Air

If the Conservatives miscalculate, the outcome could be a disaster for them.

David DowningDavid DowningNovember 8, 2019October 22, 2021
Bideford England

Local Elections Highlight Political Fragmentation in United Kingdom

The Liberal Democrats’ strong performance was about more than Brexit.

David DowningDavid DowningMay 7, 2019October 25, 2021
British parliament London

Liberal Democrats Are Least Bad Option in Britain’s Election

The Conservatives and Labour are living in the past.

Atlantic SentinelAtlantic SentinelJune 5, 2017July 22, 2023
Theresa May Lars Løkke Rasmussen

Local Elections Test British Parties’ Prospects for June

The council elections are a preview of the upcoming general election.

David DowningDavid DowningMay 4, 2017November 15, 2021

British Liberal Democrat Revival Starts to Look More Likely

The liberals have been winning local elections by casting themselves as the only pro-EU party and an alternative to Labour.

David DowningDavid DowningFebruary 9, 2017November 30, 2021

A (Small) Opportunity for Britain’s Liberal Democrats

Between Jeremy Corbyn and Theresa May, there is space in the center of British politics — but not much.

Nick OttensNick OttensSeptember 21, 2016November 30, 2021
Whitehall London England

Liberal Democrats Call for Political Realignment in Britain

If Jeremy Corbyn digs in, chances of Labour’s center teaming up with the Liberal Democrats could rise.

Nick OttensNick OttensJune 29, 2016October 25, 2021
David Cameron Pedro Passos Coelho

Five More Years: British Should Reelect Cameron, Clegg

The Atlantic Sentinel would like to see five more years of coalition government in the United Kingdom.

Atlantic SentinelAtlantic SentinelMay 3, 2015April 20, 2022

Clegg Rules Out Joining SNP in Supporting Labour Government

The Liberal Democrat leader says he won’t support a Labour government that relies on Scottish support.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 24, 2015November 28, 2021

Liberals Could Support EU Referendum in Next Government

A referendum on Britain’s European Union membership no longer stands in the way of another coalition.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 31, 2015November 28, 2021

Europe Referendum “Red Line” for Britain’s Liberals

Nick Clegg would rule out another coalition if the Conservatives insist on a referendum.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 2, 2015November 23, 2021

Coalition Could Stay in Power After Next British Election

Few Conservatives and Liberal Democrats would like it but they might not have much of a choice.

David DowningDavid DowningJuly 25, 2013November 15, 2021

British Conservatives, Liberals at Odds over Budget Plan

Conservatives champion deeper spending and tax cuts. Liberal Democrats are skeptical.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 13, 2013November 23, 2021

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