Who did Hilary Benn lose to in the 2007 Deputy Leadership race?
Diane Abbott
Ed Balls
Harriet Harman
Gordon Brown
Answer
Harriet Harman was the victor in the 2007 Deputy Leadership race, defeating Hilary Benn. Harman garnered 50.4% of the votes in the final round, compared to Benn's 49.6%. She had previously served as Secretary of State for Constitutional Affairs and Lord Chancellor under Tony Blair.
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