Bushra Shaikh: Keir Starmer's resignation is the...
Keir Starmer's resignation is the right decision for Labour. While I've often disagreed with him, he deserves credit for stepping aside with dignity and grace.
He may not have been the best Prime Minister, but he certainly wasn't the worst. His real weakness was that he never seemed like the leader required for a country grappling with the rise of far-right narratives and increasingly divisive politics.
At the moment, Andy Burnham appears to be the clear favourite to succeed him, with strong support among both Labour members and the wider public.
Whoever takes over must be bold, courageous and prepared to confront the hatred, scapegoating and division that have become far too normal in our political discourse.
The next Labour leader cannot afford to be timid. The moment demands conviction.
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