The Powerful Can’t Hide Behind Scandals, Bailouts, or Brexit for Much Longer
Expenses scandals, bank bailouts, and Brexit provide a smokescreen for politicians of the status quo, but they can’t use them to “bury bad news” for much longer.
Political analysis
My political analysis and media critique.
I’m a Staunch Remainer. In a Second Referendum, I’d Vote Leave
As much as I was for the UK remaining in the European Union, I oppose forcing a re-run just because those used to getting what they want this time didn’t, for a change. And I’d vote to reinforce the referendum result we had.
Is the American Dichotomy of Conservativism and Liberalism a Lie?
Why do Americans continue to insist on speaking about their political options – particularly Democrats and Republicans – as ‘liberal’ or ‘conservative’? The answer is in the question.
Kap-tain America and Black Protest in Sports
Colin Kaepernick is yet another in a long line of black Americans who have taken a stand for their rights – often at great personal sacrifice.
Is the News Really Faker Than Wrestling?
Donald Trump learned a lot from his time working with pro wrestling promoter Vince McMahon. As a result, his political career has shown even less authenticity.
The Lie of the Broad Church
The term “Broad Church” has been used in Labour circles for years. There’s a sinister reason for that.
Owen Smith: You Had One Job
“I’m the bad guy? How’d that happen? I did everything they told me to.”
Broken Panes and Gravy Trains
The broken window pane is STILL the most valuable argument in modern politics, but not in the way Emmeline Pankhurst believed. Just ask Jeremy Corbyn’s opponents.
Why Labour Aren’t Rallying the Troops
Rather than rallies mobilised by words, some care more about how words are said than what they mean or provoke.
Labour Loyalties and Where They Lie
An inside look into the grim reality of the Labour party.
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