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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics

As Liberal Democrats, we must set out a bold and distinctive offer to voters

Ed Davey MP, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, at his home in Surbiton, south-west London.
Ed Davey MP, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, at his home in Surbiton, south-west London. Photograph: Martin Godwin/The Guardian

Rishi Sunak’s government is tired and incompetent, but what comes next? As the election draws nearer, Keir Starmer’s caution only grows. There is a massive opportunity for a liberal alternative based on internationalism, environmental awareness and modernising Britain. But we believe the Liberal Democrats are swerving this opportunity, not seizing it.

It is crucial that we are brave and honest about the challenges a new government will face, with distinctive positions the Tories would never take and Labour dares not adopt.

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