David Blunkett
Former Education Secretary, and Home Secretary during the Blair years, David Blunkett oversaw the UK’s response to 9/11. He is also a broadcaster and columnist for the Daily Mail.
Former Education Secretary, and Home Secretary during the Blair years, David Blunkett oversaw the UK’s response to 9/11. He is also a broadcaster and columnist for the Daily Mail.
David Blunkett In..
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The End of Ideals?
Do we need grand political visions?
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Nations, Borders and History
What is a nation?
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Tribal Identity and Tribal Conflict
Does our need for belonging create conflict?
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David Blunkett | In-depth interview
On Tony Blair, Brexit, and Windrush
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The Arc of Life: David Blunkett
The politician on his life, the left, and Labour
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