John Prescott's Legacy

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
John Prescott, the former deputy prime minister of Britain, has passed away at the age of 86 after battling Alzheimer's. He was known for his plain-speaking style and bridging the divide between left-wing and modernizers in the Labour Party.

Key Points

  • Served as deputy prime minister under Tony Blair from 1997 to 2007
  • Played a key role in Labour Party's election victories
  • Acted as a peace broker between Blair and Gordon Brown

Pros

  • Known for plain-speaking style
  • Bridged divide within Labour Party
  • Worked on negotiating the Kyoto Protocol on climate change

Cons

  • Punched a member of the public during an election campaign
  • Acknowledged a long extra-marital affair