IT has been suggested in the past that, when it comes down to it, there really isn't a whole lot separating Labour and the Tories – particularly when it comes to Scotland.
In this instance however, it's a gaffe on UK politics that's given more credence to that assertion.
And it comes courtesy of Progress, "Labour party members promoting a radical, progressive politics".
Baiscally, they're a Blairite bunch.
On their Twitter account, Progress decided to express their disgust with the Tory Party ... something we can all get behind.
With a hashtag of #StillWithHer, they shared an image quoting Hillary Clinton on "the cowardice of the Conservative Party in Europe".
It read: "It's disheartening to watch Conservatives in Brussels vote to shield Viktor Orban from censure, including British Tories. They've come a long way from the party of Churchill and Thatcher."
#StillWithHer pic.twitter.com/cZ3EbC3rsY
— Progress (@ProgressOnline) October 10, 2018
Yes. This wing of the Labour Party are lamenting their opposition's fall from the days of Margaret Thatcher and Winston Churchill.
If the Tories had indeed "come a long way" from Churchill and Thatcher, that might actually mark some progress. Have they though?
Meanwhile, Progress chose to glorify the days of genocidal colonialism and a fierce hatred for trade unions.
It's quite something – as people responding pointed out.
I mean, at least you guys are finally admitting your admiration for Thatcher.
— Aidan Smith🌹 (@55Counties) October 11, 2018
Ah yes, celebrating those titans of progressive politics, errrrr... *checks notes*... Churchill... and... Thatcher?
— Look, pal... 🎃 (@XRedTimX) October 11, 2018
Seriously, who are you even speaking for at this point?
Winston Churchill and Margaret thatcher would love the rise of global fascism, especially Churchill who would be making sure the uk got in on his preferred side (the bad side)
— SNL hosted by Ken Bone, musical guest: bahd bahbie (@BIuesTraveIer) October 10, 2018
Some history lessons are in order it seems...
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