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Whither the Tory left?: The demise of progressive Conservatism
Article first published online: 16 SEP 2012
DOI: 10.1111/j.1744-540X.2012.00690.x
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How to Cite
Bale, T. (2012), Whither the Tory left?: The demise of progressive Conservatism. Public Policy Research, 19: 84–91. doi: 10.1111/j.1744-540X.2012.00690.x
Publication History
- Issue published online: 16 SEP 2012
- Article first published online: 16 SEP 2012
- Abstract
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Tracing 60 years of shifting ideological fortunes, Tim Bale argues that the left wing of the Conservative party has atrophied and is impotent, posing major challenges to the party's ability both to govern in coalition now and to secure electoral success in the future.