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- Championing Popular Policies: The Liberal Democrats have gained favor by advocating for policies that resonate with the public. They are unencumbered by the need to form a majority government, allowing them to propose initiatives like additional bank holidays without worrying about financial implications. Their recent push for an extra holiday in May to commemorate VE Day was met with positive public sentiment, backed by 78% of respondents. Additionally, their frank criticism of the Trump administration aligns them closer to public sentiment, as many Brits view Trump unfavorably. This allows Ed Davey to express sentiments that capture the public’s frustrations, giving the Lib Dems an edge over their more reserved competitors.