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Don’t panic. We’re not doomed
We must do everything possible to support those who want to develop the work of the Corbyn project, not bury it, says VINCE MILLS
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn is greeted by supporters before making a stump speech on a General Election campaign visit to Beaumont Park in Huddersfield

THERE is every reason, when faced with the crushing election defeat of Labour in the UK and the even worse performance in Scotland, for the left to stop and take stock. 

However, it is not a reason for panic, or making concessions to our political right — whether nationalist or centrist. 

In this regard, it is worth recalling that, as predicted, the gang of attack dogs of the “private” press and news channels as well as the “public” BBC did more than their savage best to destroy Labour under Jeremy Corbyn. 

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