Sadiq Khan on ULEZ and Keir Starmer in Exclusive Interview with Mehdi
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- In part two of this special interview for Mehdi Unfiltered, Mehdi sat down with London Mayor Sadiq Khan on location to discuss the upcoming local elections on May 2.
Khan, who’s running for a third term, is up against MAGA-style candidate Susan Hall and has faced criticism for controversial programs like his ULEZ scheme and for soaring housing prices in London.
Also, what does he really think of Keir Starmer?
Watch Part one of this interview on Gaza, the Islamophobia he’s been facing, and what a return of Donald Trump means to him, here: • "Islamophobia is now b...
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If I lived in London I would be voting for Khan, but come the General I will be voting Green for the first time, I can't endorse Starmer.
U think that's a quandary, I'm in the US, where my choice is gcide Joe or Trump who promise gcide AND the end of democracy. I WISH our system was as functional as yours. Which is more me saying how dysfunctional US politics is, than how functional UK politics are lol. Sigh.
You are totally dotty !!!
@jdogdarkness so that's the reality of democracy
Why not, I think Starmer's good? Better than Tories anyway?
@@hyderally8045 I'd say that's the reality of MANAGED democracy . It isn't just some naturally occurring end state that has brought us to such bad place politically.
Thanks for doing what you’re doing Zeteo!
Shame on Kid Starver, shame on Sadiq Khan for defending him.
Come back to the UK more often Mehdi and hold these UK politicians to account please. This is refreshing!
Great interview fair and balanced 👌 👏
The Great interviewer Mahdi!!! Keep going
Keep it coming, we love it very informative.
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Thanks for revealing the truth
Thank you for sharing
Thanks Mehdi.
Great shows as always!
I am not Muslim I am irish and we are Palestinian understandable and supporters. I will never vote Labour again as long as coward Keir Starmer is leader. Shame on him
I’m totally with you here (BUT, tl;dr, I’ve come to a different conclusion for this election specifically!)… I had a moment of cognitive dissonance when I realised that voting for Sadiq Khan would mean voting for Labour, which I’d vowed not to do under Keir Starmer. I thought about the options, and while the Green mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett is impressive and someone I agree with on a lot of things, sadly with the voting system changes Sadiq talked about here, I don’t think there’s any way she’ll be able to win this year. If she’s not in with a chance, and if you don’t want to vote for Labour, that leaves the very real possibility that the frighteningly incompetent right-wing Tory candidate Susan Hall would be mayor! 😱
I’ve decided to vote for Sadiq because I have no problem with him personally, or him as mayor, and in *many* cases his strength of character and willingness to fight for Londoners and the city as a whole, as well as very strongly fighting for the rights of minorities, has impressed me (as well as the actual policies he’s put in place for London, because it’s about more than just words!), and I’ve been proud to have him as our mayor!
I don’t like some of the things he’s said when toeing the party line, but I have to believe that at least some of that is almost compulsory politics in order to still be able to stand as the *Labour* mayoral candidate (this is absolutely a condemnation of Starmer’s authoritarian rule over the party and commitment to eradicating any dissent, especially when it comes from voices to the left of, say, David Lammy!).
Plus I think you have to look back at just how clear Sadiq’s messaging has been when it comes to opposing Israel’s horrific military actions (calling it a war seems to imply it’s some kind of evenly matched set of forces against each other, when that’s clearly not what’s happening); even when I have to assume he’s been getting it in the neck from Starmer’s office when Sadiq has been taking a clearly non-genocidal view on the matter and showing up the leadership! I think he’s done his absolute best to speak up for Palestine and for Muslims (and the anti-war protestors) while very overtly taking steps in his rhetoric and actions to demonstrate that he’s a truly inclusive mayor for all Londoners; while I might prefer he had been unequivocally against the actions of Israel right from the start (Humza Yousaf did a great job here! Very sad to see him go), I have some respect for how he’s dealt with this.
Clearly you do you - it’s something I’ve put a lot of thought into because I do think it’s important for Sadiq Khan to win the mayoralty again this week, and maybe something I’ve said will resonate with you. Owen Jones also put out a video saying much the same thing (but more eloquently I’m sure!), so I think it’s worth a watch if you haven’t already seen it 😊 Also, voting for a mayoral candidate doesn’t have any bearing on the general election, and I’m fully intending to vote Green for the GLA while voting for Sadiq as mayor! I was a member of the Green party before joining the Labour party just as Corbyn was coming in, and I think their presence and policies can only be a good thing for the city/country/world when it comes to any kind of government… but I definitely think Sadiq has been a good mayor even in spite of the Labour party 😆
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Very informative
Good job on the interview
Asking the tough questions, even of someone you might be sympahetic toward, getting to the facts. Love to see you work, Mehdi!
It does sound like Starmer has put Labour in a difficult space with the public. Mayor Khan seems to know this, but won't personally call him out. I don't think he's weak, but he's not confrontational. He's not Mehdi. From my perspective in the States, we're wishing we had some mayors like him. We'll trade you Eric Adams!
Still not clear on why Starmer said what he said about Israel cutting off food and electricity and shame Mehdi didn’t push Sadiq. Did he misspeak or does he regret saying it? I’ve been a life long labour supporter and member and I won’t be voting for them. It’s not just Starmer. It’s the whole cynical party stance to support Israel come what May.
Thing is we all know what Khan thinks of stamer. We all know what we all think.of stamer. They will smear khan like anything if he says too much. Some time you got to bite your tongue. I would rather have him there.
I think it is a bit of shame that you wouldn't vote Labour over one issue. Don't you think people should have a bit more nuance when deciding who to vote for?
@@user-eg4dv1bm2eEveryone has a number of things that affect how they vote. If the top of some ones agenda is labours response to the genocide in Gaza..who are you tell someone else how to do this?
@@adz8709 Who are you to affect what happens in my local town because you are choosing councillors based on something that is happening thousands of miles away? Something that my councillor has no power over? By all means protest, write to your MP etc but to base your local election choice on foreign affairs is surely foolish?
Thanks for your information
The initial question on Nazi Let Them Starve Starmer was absolutely NOT ANSWERED. This Khan guy is done for me, if he can not condemn war crimes and genocide, then, sorry, bye bye
The Right of Labour took away what could've been, another political reality under Corbyn's leadership for Britain. If only people working within Labour would've respected their voters and not undermined Corbyn with dirty undemocratic politcal undermining. Sadiq seems very sensible on several issues spoken about in this interview (Racism, war crimes), so why support Starmer's version of Labour. A shame, because he was all to clear when Corbyn had to be sacked. Is it conformity to who is in power to remain Labour's choice for mayor in London?
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Sadiq Khan's efforts to unite people and his journey from humble beginnings to becoming Mayor of London serve as an inspiring example for everyone. He has worked tirelessly to bridge divides and foster inclusivity, making him a commendable figure for the common person to look up to.
He's forgotten all of that now
Great show with an insightful and captivating interviews
11:13 for the love of god. Can someone tell Khan about induced demand!
Adding lanes ALWAYS increases traffic and congestion!
The Katy Freeway in Houston has 22 lanes. And after they added the last 4 lanes, traffic was SLOWER within 3 months. It never works.
Great interview ..didn’t know that there was a London mayor election coming up.
Good interview. MY vote is for Sadiq, but definitely not for Starmer.
He should be more assertive in Party....He has a huge left leaning base and has power to bring party to its knees..
This. He's mayor of London that's one step away from PM
Great work mehdi
Starmer has shown himself to follow a hierarchy of racism and Khan defends him; time to vote Green!
Not in the mayoral election. We dont want a tory mayor
Conservative will definitely win GE. Green doesn't exist on GE. Conservative is for majority voters and will definitely win GE
Should be rent controls on all of London properties.
Great Content Medhi keep it up 👍🏽
Great interview. Pro tip: time-stamped chapter markers in progress bar for those only interested in certain topics discussed
Thank you both for this interview. Tough questions. I hope Sadiq Khan wins especially as the Conservative Susan Hall is dreadful. Just a nasty woman who should not be anywhere near politics.
Love Medhi!!! Truth!!!
When you look at the past I think hes been a pretty good mayor. Id be very surprised if he doesnt win. The opposition is laughable.
There is a bit of grudge going on between you and Norman, atleast there's a disappointment. Please invite him over on Zeteo, be a bigger man and have it all cleared. Both of you are our heroes in raising a voice and we cannot afford any internal issues on these matters.
Shame on you Khan for supporting Keir 🤬
I'm surprised he's actually so unpopular. Overall he seems like a relatively decent politician. Definitely better than many big city mayors in the US.
Sadiq Khan unpopular?? I live in London and it's going to be another Sadiq Khan landslide!!!
Can you increase the volume? Thank you
Genuine leader and observed dedication and passion!!
There are two crossings East of Tower Bridge. You forgot about Rotherhithe Tunnel.
Mehedi vhai I can not subscribe you channel but duwa is always for you. We need you be successful.
Great interview! But agree with some of the comments - could have been pushed to explain his party’s controversial positions a little more.
But as always Mehdi is a class act. I’ll be watching this election (from the other side of the world) very keenly!
Hassan’s summary of Keir Starmer was perfect.
I'm amazed that Mehdi can get high profile individuals on an independent journalism company I thought they would black list him. good stuff we need real journalism
Khan is too slippery for my liking. Good on Hasan on catching him out on a couple of occasions
Like sadiq Khan's. This is not a joke. In fact, there are some people who have the courage to face the truth bravely and do not hesitate to reveal the truth.
What kind of lawyer charges a person for damages that has never been committed??? Only the kind of unlawful lawyers that defend corruption.
Medhi absolutely a big fan of you ♥️
If that’s the case on ULEZ why you taking money for it give them good cars!!!!!!
I just voted green party.. they asked me to use the pencil, I said NO.
I want to use a pin, and I insisted,
Every voting cabinet had a pencil.
I told them I don't want my vote to be modified.
I got what I want.
BOTH 💔
Chuck the Khan out come May 2nd, after 8.years of Khaos and Kharnage his been a failure. Time for a new Mayor
Good news
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Why is this not behind a pay wall. Unfair to Zeteo subscribers.
God of debating with Mr fibber
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Mehdi
Best of luck with your new business
Kieran Kelly
You need to keep a set of chair as BBC used to do !!
Does this guy have a chance to be labour leader one day? Not sure what his popularity is Britain
For god sake NO London is bad enough
The biggest sell out this country has seen. He is a disgrace to humanity let alone anything else.
Btw Sadiq khan actively supported israel and only changed his stance when he saw 3 million Londoners come out in support of Palestine.
It’s his concern for loosing mayor elections that changed his stance.
Let's be honest at the top level not the elite top but just MPs presidents .it's all about how much money are you willing to turn down for the truth .do U get paid and go with the flow? Or lose large sums of money for the benefit of the common man ? They never stood a chance..❤❤ I understand but not happy about it .
I wish you hadn't let him get away with that stupid excuse of "or well, Stamer already explained he didn't mean is Ok to stop food an water to Palestinians.
No More Labour Vote ❎
Rent control is a must if you’re a true Labour not some liberal hack
The only reason sadiq is likely to win is because Sue is worse than him.
The fact that Khan and all other party members are still willing to pretend Starmer would be a good leader & intends on doing anything voters actually want, is depressing. Dude has reversed on or at best abandoned EVERY party pledge.
My family was staunch labour supporters all our lives. Don’t care what the polls say not voting labour or the tories. Green or an independent for me.
****** Sadiq Khan and the Labour Party.
Supporting Starmer is a bad look 🤔big mistake!
Khan has been already done 8 years have not find what is his greatest achievement? nothing really, I think for his sake and Londoners sake is for him to try something different something else that can give him some kind of satisfaction
Free school meals and record council house building.
@@sunseeker9581 And a great public transit record: freezing fares, delivering the Elizabeth line and Superloop, decarbonising buses...
@@illegitimateotaku794apart from all that, what have the romans done for us?
Khan is a decent guy. Will vote for him but very concerned by keir stance on Gaza
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Very soft interview…
Sometimes, just sometimes, we have a slightly higher hope in Muslims.
Some other Muslims but not Sadiq khan
Time to step onto the bandwagon to get Muslim votes, then go back to doing nothing.
Mehdi Hassan sounds more like a spokesperson or a mouthpiece for the pay more taxes and save the world gang.
Sadiq is a great mayor 👍
Mayor for all the good people of London. Regardless of what religion or race they are.
Unlike the racist candidate the Conservative Party has put up. I'm at a loss the Conservative Party has great people in it ..and they put a liar and a racist up for mayor.
She claimed her purse was stolen afterwards it was acknowledged by her it wasn't stolen 😏 you can't believe a single word she says.
She has no shame sadly 😔
That makes 2 peas of the same pod
I was going to voto gir hk. But niw sm not, he nade my in debt 19k for buying a new car
Definitely not voting Khan for mayor.
London is being decommissioned of services yet the taxes to live here are sky rocketing.
Labour and Tories have had their chance. Good bye.
He is the worst thing to have ever happened to London.
Racist!!!
Racist or not but khan is the reason why it's got worse he is creating divides poor rich white black etc
Mehdi you forgot to ask him about knife crime. Im muslim and im asian but im asian. Im fedup of him
Vote for anyone except labour and conservative
Ulez is the reason he might not win otherwise his not that bad
Hm “why are all these academics disagreeing with you” I mean I can think of several different reasons… are they racist/anti-poor? Are they marginalized scholars actually worried (reasonably) about gentrification, esp if a future mayor has worse policies, as mehdi suggested?
Or GASP are they just intelligent people disagreeing? I’m an academic and of course I have colleagues who agree and colleagues who disagree with me. Not all scientifically “established” ideas are correct and it’s up to us to fight for better ideas, so lots of disagreement is normal. Ideally we’ll yield to the best ideas as soon as we see the convincing evidence & arguments, but some scientists, especially “respected leaders” are very slow to listen and change, but they think they deserve to mouth off constantly and influence policy. It’s too bad the mayor wasn’t able to defend his environmental policy team’s work convincingly.
Anyway I don’t know about these specific circumstances in London’s air quality and that tunnel but I do know that’s it’s very easy to raise doubts against people who (potentially-I don’t know about this mayor) care less about winning an argument than about the wisdom of their policies.
Great work Khan.
He really does talk a lot of shite
Sadiq Khan is a joker and he ain’t getting my vote!!!
A guy who defends Kier Starmer💩
Khan has been a good mayor bar the ULEZ........
What's the point of voting for Labor (or Democrats in the US) if they are only slightly less despicable than the other guys?
I'm vote for him but I am not voting for Labour comes to parliament I'm with green part
Let Uk be ruled by the British. Not Pakistani
For god's sake he is not Pakistani his parents only lived there for a year max then came to the UK in fact most Pakistanis hate him
I am will continue to vote GREEN!! My whole family is changing their vote and voting Green!! Progressive voters!
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Kick out all conservative mp minister , prime minister then have very little hope for any vote.
GET KHAN OUT ULEZ MONEY LAUNDERING
Hypocrite Khan is here😂
I cannot stand any British politician or the Royal family.
Then why did you watch this interview?