Come for the Champagne, Stay for the Consequences: Jacob Rees-Mogg's Brexit Bash Exposes the Toxic Legacy of the Leave Campaign
In a stately drawing room, surrounded by familiar faces from the Brexit triumphantist crowd, Polly Toynbee attended an exclusive gathering at Jacob Rees-Mogg's Georgian townhouse in Westminster. The occasion was to celebrate the launch of a new book, 75 Brexit Benefits: Tangible Benefits from the UK Having Left the European Union, written by Brexiteers who claim that leaving the EU has brought numerous economic advantages.
Rees-Mogg was in high spirits, reveling in Keir Starmer's recent speeches that highlighted the economic damage caused by Brexit. However, Toynbee notes that this renewed focus on Brexit may reignite toxic passions among Leave voters, a group that has been ravaged by the consequences of their vote. The article reminds us that the Leave campaign was built on empty hyperbole and xenophobic rhetoric, which has left many Leave voters facing harsh realities.
The author points to the damage done by Brexit as starkly illustrated in Labour's new willingness to discuss reversing Brexit. Starmer publicly acknowledges that Brexit "significantly hurt our economy" when "wild promises were made to the British people and not fulfilled." Rachel Reeves and Wes Streeting have also spoken out about the economic harm caused by Brexit, while David Lammy has refused to rule out reversing Brexit.
Toynbee notes that Labour's shift on Brexit may have come too late for some defectors who had been disillusioned with political cowardice. The article highlights that twice as many Labour voters are considering leaving the party to join the Liberal Democrats and Greens compared to those who would switch to Reform.
The book being celebrated, 75 Brexit Benefits, is full of "alternative facts" that paint a misleading picture of the economic benefits of Brexit. Toynbee notes that some facts, such as stricter animal protection laws, are true, but many others, like reduced motor insurance costs or cheaper bananas, are not supported by evidence.
As Toynbee reminds us, the country is struggling to come to terms with the consequences of Brexit. Grim new research suggests a 6-8% loss in GDP and £240bn in wealth and £90bn in tax revenue every year due to Brexit. It's clear that the Leave campaign's promises were nothing more than an empty exercise in demagoguery, designed to manipulate voters for personal gain.
Toynbee's article serves as a stark reminder of the toxic legacy of the Leave campaign and its ongoing impact on British politics and society. As we navigate the complexities of Brexit's long-term effects, it's essential to remember that the consequences of this vote have been far-reaching and devastating for many.
In a stately drawing room, surrounded by familiar faces from the Brexit triumphantist crowd, Polly Toynbee attended an exclusive gathering at Jacob Rees-Mogg's Georgian townhouse in Westminster. The occasion was to celebrate the launch of a new book, 75 Brexit Benefits: Tangible Benefits from the UK Having Left the European Union, written by Brexiteers who claim that leaving the EU has brought numerous economic advantages.
Rees-Mogg was in high spirits, reveling in Keir Starmer's recent speeches that highlighted the economic damage caused by Brexit. However, Toynbee notes that this renewed focus on Brexit may reignite toxic passions among Leave voters, a group that has been ravaged by the consequences of their vote. The article reminds us that the Leave campaign was built on empty hyperbole and xenophobic rhetoric, which has left many Leave voters facing harsh realities.
The author points to the damage done by Brexit as starkly illustrated in Labour's new willingness to discuss reversing Brexit. Starmer publicly acknowledges that Brexit "significantly hurt our economy" when "wild promises were made to the British people and not fulfilled." Rachel Reeves and Wes Streeting have also spoken out about the economic harm caused by Brexit, while David Lammy has refused to rule out reversing Brexit.
Toynbee notes that Labour's shift on Brexit may have come too late for some defectors who had been disillusioned with political cowardice. The article highlights that twice as many Labour voters are considering leaving the party to join the Liberal Democrats and Greens compared to those who would switch to Reform.
The book being celebrated, 75 Brexit Benefits, is full of "alternative facts" that paint a misleading picture of the economic benefits of Brexit. Toynbee notes that some facts, such as stricter animal protection laws, are true, but many others, like reduced motor insurance costs or cheaper bananas, are not supported by evidence.
As Toynbee reminds us, the country is struggling to come to terms with the consequences of Brexit. Grim new research suggests a 6-8% loss in GDP and £240bn in wealth and £90bn in tax revenue every year due to Brexit. It's clear that the Leave campaign's promises were nothing more than an empty exercise in demagoguery, designed to manipulate voters for personal gain.
Toynbee's article serves as a stark reminder of the toxic legacy of the Leave campaign and its ongoing impact on British politics and society. As we navigate the complexities of Brexit's long-term effects, it's essential to remember that the consequences of this vote have been far-reaching and devastating for many.
the leave campaign was all about empty promises and xenophobic rhetoric 
and now we're seeing the real consequences 
it's not just labour party that's feeling the pain, but also regular brits who are struggling to make ends meet 
6-8% loss in GDP is a lot of damage to be done 
and £240bn in wealth lost every year? that's insane 
we need to remember that brexit was never just about economics, it was about division and hatred 
I was just thinking about how much I love trying out new recipes in my tiny kitchen 
, I mean, I'm still a total newbie at cooking but it's so much fun experimenting with different flavors and ingredients! Like, have you ever tried making homemade pasta from scratch? It's way more complicated than it looks, but the end result is totally worth it 
. And speaking of things that are hard to grasp, I was watching this video about the human brain and how it processes information... mind blown, right? 
And now it's affecting Labour party members too... it's crazy how some politicians are even considering reversing Brexit after all this time. 
and poor labour voters who've been disillusioned with the party's Brexit stance... u feel me? 
it's like, starmer acknowledging brexit is a disaster but then what? do we just magically undo it now?! 
Like Rees-Mogg's trying to spin this party as a victory while others are still dealing with the mess 
And those Brexit benefits? Totally made up 
I mean, who thought cheaper bananas was a real benefit 