Zia Yusuf
The Catalyst
Ideas with a spark, energy, range and the ability to start things.
Zia Yusuf is a political leader focused on fostering social mobility and engaging with constituents to build a vibrant political movement. This interview highlights his energetic approach to leadership and his commitment to addressing the challenges facing society.
“It's gone up a lot more. Even adjusted for inflation, the fees have gone up a lot, which is not a great thing, I think. But it was an amazing school. I absolutely loved it there. I'm very grateful to have gone there. But both my parents worked two jobs at the time because they were doing their main jobs and doing locums.”
“Well, I think his partner lives in Dubai. Listen, here's the fundamental point, Nick. This country should, it would be much better off if it had political leaders and members of parliament who understood how the world works, understand how systems work, how incentives work. I'm self-made, Nigel is self-made.”
“Saying exactly the same thing. I think all of those things were absolutely pivotal to President Trump winning, number one. And then you may have seen, you will have seen that signing ceremony is throwing his pen into the crowd.”
“First of all, your characterization of me there. I mean, look, my first job, Nick, was working at a Moss pharmacy in Hampton. And I still remember it. I earned minimum wage, which from memory was somewhere in the region of £3.15 an hour. And I worked on Saturdays. And I still remember seeing that first pay slip come through.”
Political Thinking with Nick Robinson — The Zia Yusuf One
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