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Class Dismissed

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Last broadcast on Wed, 10 Feb 2010, 20:45 on BBC Radio 4.

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Mary Ann Sieghart explores class as an increasingly important issue in British politics in the run-up to the General Election, and considers the historical change in the role of class in politics. She examines the psephological and political evidence on Labour's attempts to appeal to its core vote and followers of New Labour. Mary Ann also questions whether there is an unease among some Conservatives with David Cameron's wealth and background.

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  1. Wed 10 Feb 2010
    20:45

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15 minutes

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