Tony Benn
Tony Benn was a prominent British Labour politician, known for his strong left-wing views and his tenure as a Member of Parliament for over 50 years. He served in various government positions, including Minister of Technology and Postmaster General, and was a key figure in the Labour Party during the 1960s and 70s. Benn was recognized for his ability to engage with grassroots movements and for his commitment to socialism, making him a respected and sometimes controversial figure in British politics.
Born on Apr 03, 1925 (100 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 35,229 | $2,700,000 | 1,401$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 35,229 | $2,700,000 | 1,401$ |
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United Kingdom:
Tony Benn was the UK energy secretary at the time when Iran announced plans for its nuclear programme.
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Ireland:
Tony Benn was an English socialist known for his lengthy career in British political activism.
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United States:
Tony Benn's diary entries reflect skepticism towards leaders like Trump.
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Slovenia:
Zack Polanski quoted Tony Benn, one of his favorite politicians, in his defense regarding trust in politics.
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United Kingdom:
The Labour MP Tony Benn said the scenes amounted 'in some cases to almost civil war proportions'.
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Australia:
Tony Benn was a former British Labour Cabinet Minister who categorized politicians into three types.
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