两名高级助手接连请辞，斯塔默拒绝辞职：政治应该成为一股向善的力量

Core Viewpoint - The political pressure on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is intensifying following the controversial appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK Ambassador to the US, leading to resignations of senior aides and calls for Starmer's resignation [1][4][5]. Group 1: Resignations and Political Pressure - Tim Allen, the Director of Communications at the Prime Minister's Office, has resigned to "make way for a new team" to better support Starmer's work [1]. - Morgan McSweeney, Starmer's closest political advisor, also resigned, taking "full responsibility" for the Mandelson appointment [1]. - Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar publicly called for Starmer's resignation, stating that "the leadership in Downing Street must change" [4]. Group 2: Public and Internal Reactions - The latest revelations from the Epstein case have raised doubts about Starmer's judgment and governance capabilities [1]. - Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch criticized Starmer's leadership, suggesting that if he cannot manage the government, Labour should consider a new leader or call for an election [5]. - Many Labour MPs expressed disappointment with Starmer's handling of the situation, with some calling for a no-confidence vote against his government [6]. Group 3: Starmer's Defense and Future Outlook - Starmer expressed "deep regret" over the Mandelson appointment and emphasized his belief in politics as a force for good [1]. - He plans to meet with Labour MPs to address dissatisfaction regarding his handling of the Mandelson issue and to quell calls for his resignation [6]. - Starmer's approval ratings have been declining, and the ongoing crisis could further undermine his authority within the Labour Party and affect the party's performance in upcoming local elections [5][6].