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Sunak and Sky Tv

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OperationSquid · 13/06/2024 00:11

In an interview , Sunak was pressed on how he stays in touch with the struggles of ordinary people despite his considerable wealth. When asked if he ever had to go without something as a child, he responded that his parents made numerous sacrifices, with Sky TV being the notable example.

While I understand the criticisms that he may be out of touch, it’s important to recognize that he worked hard and studied diligently to achieve his current position, regardless of his family's sacrifices. Emphasizing his hard work rather than his privileged background could encourage others, showing that success is possible through dedication and effort, not just through private education.

It's not fair to imply that his achievements are solely due to his background. When we look at successful individuals like Alan Sugar and Richard Branson, who are celebrated for their self-made success,

why is it a race to the bottom when discussing Sunak?

His story should be seen as one of hard work and achievement, culminating in his role as Prime Minister. ?

Or is this a case of the public just wanting something else ?

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OperationSquid · 13/06/2024 00:18

Nonspecificcheese · 13/06/2024 00:16

It’s just another example of him having no political instincts though isn’t it?

Regardless of the rights and wrongs of what he said, or the merits of his achievements, it should be blindingly obvious that what he said, in the way he said it, would go down like a lead brick.

He should have responded by saying that he was was lucky enough to come from a financially comfortable background, that they did make some sacrifices but it was stuff like Sky TV, which in no way compares to the sacrifices some parents have to make for their children, which he completely understands and is committed to eradicating.

fair points, it just seems like these days that the standard must be a start from the bottom etc rather than more celebrating what they achieved

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Nonspecificcheese · 13/06/2024 00:16

It’s just another example of him having no political instincts though isn’t it?

Regardless of the rights and wrongs of what he said, or the merits of his achievements, it should be blindingly obvious that what he said, in the way he said it, would go down like a lead brick.

He should have responded by saying that he was was lucky enough to come from a financially comfortable background, that they did make some sacrifices but it was stuff like Sky TV, which in no way compares to the sacrifices some parents have to make for their children, which he completely understands and is committed to eradicating.

NoDishyRishi · 13/06/2024 00:15

🤣🤣🤣 Hi Akshata 👋