“Silent majority” behind unexpected Conservative victory in UK vote
Despite a virtual tie with Labour in pre-election polling, the sweeping Conservative victory on May 7 was far from unprecedented. New analysis by the Economist magazine recalls the role of a “silent majority,” which propelled the Conservatives to 10 Downing Street in 1970 and 1992 despite polls suggesting defeat at the hands of Labour. With … Continue reading “Silent majority” behind unexpected Conservative victory in UK vote