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Maggie Chapman: The answer to anger and insecurity is investment in our communities, decent jobs, affordable homes, properly funded…

On the recordAugust 15, 2026
The answer to anger and insecurity is investment in our communities, decent jobs, affordable homes, properly funded public services and a politics that brings people together rather than tearing them apart.
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Maggie Chapman
Scottish Green Party

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Proposing solutions to counteract far-right influence.

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