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The Graphic Truth: The UK's Biggest Loser?

The Graphic Truth: The UK's Biggest Loser?
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The size of Prime Minister May's defeat was truly historic. The last British leader to even come close to matching the 230 vote margin was Ramsay McDonald, who in 1924 lost a vote to withdraw the prosecution of a communist activist by 161. Here's a look at how yesterday's vote compares to previous defeats for UK prime ministers.

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