One of the most memorable interviews that Benn conducted in his later years was for a film (Sicko) by documentary maker Michael Moore on healthcare.
Benn spoke passionately about the NHS, saying that there would be a “revolution” if it was removed – and also argued for full employment. Here’s the segment of the film where he’s interviewed:
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