Poll that suggests majority of UK voters back austerity rubbished by economists

‘Economists have dismissed the findings of a poll that suggests a majority of British voters continue to back austerity as ideologically framed tripe. They argue further deficit reduction is a choice, not a necessity.

As Labour reels under the pressure of its heated leadership race, a survey undertaken by Labour MP John Cruddas concluded Brits won’t back an anti-austerity message because they believe deficit reduction is paramount.

The results of the poll have frustrated left-leaning Labour supporters, who maintain the key to the party’s salvation lies in challenging austerity. The findings have also been criticized by leading economists, who say the poll’s premise is flawed and drenched in neo-liberal framing.’

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