Churchill's Clown Show

The Political Maneuverings of Winston Churchill

Winston Churchill, a name synonymous with leadership and resilience.

But his rise to power was not without its share of political maneuverings.

In the late 1930s, Churchill found himself in political exile.

His support for the Zionist cause had landed him in hot water.

His political influence dwindled, and he was pushed into the political backwaters.

However, a turning point came in 1939.

Churchill met with Dr. Weizmann, a leading Zionist.

With Hitler and Roosevelt securely entrenched in power in Germany and the United States, there was still one major obstacle to be overcome

along the road that was leading inexorably towards another world war. The political scene in Britain had to be manipulated.

manipulated to a point at which people would be willing to throw themselves into another 'war to end all wars' --another war to 'make the world safe for democracy.'

Chamberlain, had no desire to embroil his nation in another prolonged bloodbath, like WWI. He sought every possible way to avoid such an eventuality.

Sir Barry Domvile, and Captain A.M.H. Ramsay, were busy trying to warn the British leader of the Bankers plan for another World War.

Whenever Chamberlain unexpectedly called a Palestinian Conference in London at which the Arabs were represented for the first time since 1919.

From the conference emerged a government 'White Paper.'

The White Paper, from the Arabs -- wanted an annual restriction of the immigration of Jews which incurred the wrath of the Zionists.

The Zionists who wanted to seize Palestine for their own exclusive use and to exclude the native Arabs from any part in administering the territory.

Something strange happened at this juncture on the British political stage.

Churchill pledged to oppose the White Paper, a document proposing an independent Palestine state.

This was a significant shift from his previous stance.

In the House of Commons debate, Churchill delivered a powerful speech against the White Paper.

Despite his efforts, the Commons voted in favor of the proposals.

But Churchill had made his position clear.

This marked a significant change in Churchill's political fortunes.

He had shown he was willing to align with the Zionists.

Within a few short months, Churchill became the British Prime Minister.

Churchill's rise to power was a complex journey, marked by political maneuverings and strategic alliances.

His story serves as a reminder of the intricate dance of politics.

And sometimes it isn't the best man that wins...but the best puppet, or clown show.

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