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How England's class divide shaped Andy Burnham, the U.K.'s likely next prime minister

As mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham brought growth to the postindustrial city. Can he scale that nationally as the next prime minister?

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Andy Burnham was mayor of Greater Manchester for nine years. His time there came to define his identity — and his pitch to become prime minister.

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How England's class divide shaped Andy Burnham, the U.K.'s likely next prime minister

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Andy Burnham, the UK’s Likely Next Prime Minister, Made His Name in Manchester. Here’s How.

Andy Burnham was mayor of Greater Manchester for nine years. His time there came to define his identity — and his pitch to become prime minister.

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