Thinking about the EU elections as a way to find out about the referendum. What happened? Maybe some story will be recalled. The characters from the previous plot still mostly exist and have similar roles. So maybe some clues.
Bias against Corbyn started with the first leadership election and may have come from some Labour supporters, not just Conservative newspapers. Lord Mandelson for example has been quoted as wanting a change following a clear election setback. Corbyn was not really in control of Labour during the referendum. Alan Johnson has been quoted since. Mandelson very close to Cameron for policy . The newspapers and broadcast probably influenced by some other than Corbyn circle.
When the polls looked dodgy and Cameron decided to make space for Labour, how was it decided to focus on Gordon Brown, and Lord Darling to share a platform with George Osborne?
Why did Channel 4 block Corbyn from uploading to YouTube a full copy of his appearance on Last Leg? Misleading edits abound btw .
What energy went into preparing the "blame Corbyn" meme for the result? Two heckles were reported by BBC News. Turned out on Twitter info that one was from Portland, one from LibDems. Was there ever any apology? Other info welcome.
Before the second leadership election Hilary Benn was quoted in both Sunday Times and Observer though he denies he had anything to do with it. What happened?
Main question. My memory ( see previous bits of this blog ) Corbyn was active in referendum , but with different arguments to Cameron / Mandelson. Emphasis on worker and consumer rights, environmental standards. Not reported well, who decided about this?
Compare recent speech from Corbyn about uniting the party / country. Media only report "fudge" , they may have a point, but Corbyn should at least be reported in his own words as part of this. Result is a boost for Leave as the Remain case is not heard by the part of the UK that supports Corbyn on other issues.
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