Keir Starmer’s “Sausages” Slipup During Serious Gaza Speech

By Free Republic | Created at 2024-09-27 23:06:25 | Updated at 2024-09-30 15:33:29 2 days ago

Keir Starmer’s “Sausages” Slipup During Serious Gaza Speech
EuroWeekly News ^ | 26 Sep 2024 | Letara Draghia

Posted on 09/27/2024 2:47:26 PM PDT by nickcarraway

In a world of tight schedules, high-pressure talks, and scrutinised speeches, it seems even prime ministers aren’t immune to the occasional slip of the tongue. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered one such blunder that’s been making headlines far and wide.

During a Labour conference speech intended to address serious global matters, Starmer made an unfortunate error: while discussing the Gaza crisis, he mistakenly referred to “sausages” instead of “hostages.” The mistake sent waves of surprise and amusement across audiences.

Keir Starmer’s refers to hostages as ‘sausages’ during speech

It all happened during what was meant to be a sober and impactful part of Starmer’s speech. Starmer was talking about the Gaza crisis when he mistakenly said: “I call again for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the return of the sausages – the hostages – and a recommitment to the two-state solution: recognised Palestinian state alongside a safe and secure Israel.”

There was a collective raised eyebrows of listeners and although it was clear the slip was unintentional, it’s a moment that’s likely to stick with Starmer for a while.

Mistakes like these happen, and in the high-stakes world of politics, they tend to become viral moments. In Starmer’s case, what started as a blunder quickly turned into a trending topic on social media, with many light-heartedly poking fun at the UK leader.

Now, you might be wondering, why “sausages”? It’s more likely a case of verbal fatigue rather than an actual mix-up in Starmer’s thoughts. Public speaking, especially on important topics like Gaza, is no easy task.

We’ve all been there…

For expatriates living in the EU, Starmer’s blunder may feel like a reminder of just how important language and communication are. Many of us have likely found ourselves in situations where a simple slip of the tongue leads to a completely different meaning than intended – whether it’s ordering something at a local restaurant or during work presentations. It’s moments like these where a sense of humour is vital. Sometimes, all you can do is laugh and keep moving forward.

TOPICS: Israel; News/Current Events; Politics/Elections; United Kingdom
KEYWORDS: gaza; keirstarmer; uk

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1 posted on 09/27/2024 2:47:26 PM PDT by nickcarraway

To: nickcarraway

I’d say Biden certainly has lowered the expectations the world has of the puppets.

2 posted on 09/27/2024 2:50:17 PM PDT by jacknhoo (Luke 12:51; Think ye, that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, no; but separation.)

To: nickcarraway

Starmer is now suppressing his sausage?

3 posted on 09/27/2024 2:50:36 PM PDT by Paladin2

To: nickcarraway

4 posted on 09/27/2024 2:57:00 PM PDT by Songcraft

To: nickcarraway

His nation is choked with potential terrorists, and that is why Starmer is pro-terrorist, yes?

5 posted on 09/27/2024 2:57:34 PM PDT by BenLurkin (The above is not a statement of fact. It is either opinion, or satire, or both.)

To: All

Completely understandable... It is not like English is Starmer’s native language.

6 posted on 09/27/2024 3:01:48 PM PDT by LegendHasIt

To: nickcarraway

There is something seriously wrong with him. Gives me the creeps like Waltz does.

7 posted on 09/27/2024 3:03:05 PM PDT by RushIsMyTeddyBear (Nessun Dorma.)

To: BenLurkin

I never sau-sage a sight!

8 posted on 09/27/2024 3:07:17 PM PDT by Larry Lucido (Donate! Don't just post clickbait!)

To: nickcarraway

Or a slight at Jews. Sausages aren’t kosher. And Muslims aren’t fond of them either.

9 posted on 09/27/2024 3:16:10 PM PDT by rbg81

To: nickcarraway

I would expect that very mistake from a German, but from a Brit?

10 posted on 09/27/2024 3:28:59 PM PDT by Jeff Chandler (THE ISSUE IS NEVER THE ISSUE. THE REVOLUTION IS THE ISSUE.)

To: nickcarraway

Sounds like the kind of slip up mayor Pete would make.

11 posted on 09/27/2024 3:43:23 PM PDT by Old Yeller (On judgement day, you’ll wish you were biblically correctly, not politically correct.)

To: Songcraft

My, my, my, what a happy sausage!😎

12 posted on 09/27/2024 3:48:47 PM PDT by telescope115 (I NEED MY SPACE!!! 🔭)

To: nickcarraway

I had two brats yesterday! With sauerkraut!

13 posted on 09/27/2024 3:50:55 PM PDT by telescope115 (I NEED MY SPACE!!! 🔭)

To: RushIsMyTeddyBear

14 posted on 09/27/2024 3:54:49 PM PDT by waterhill (I Believe! Eph. 5:11)

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