A collection of 54 posts
A Prospect magazine debate at Conway Hall pitched the Anywheres, represented by former Times columnist David Aaronovitch, against the Somewheres, represented by postliberal academic Matthew Goodwin.
Quillette podcast host Jonathan Kay speaks with political scientist Eric Kaufmann about cancel culture, switching universities, and why academics need to have honest conversations about the down side of immigration.
Was Liz Truss Britain’s first affirmative-action prime minister?
If the Conservative Party slumps to defeat in next year’s election, Britain could see the rise of a populist alternative.
Only more pragmatic leadership can renew the SNP and help repair Scotland.
John Mortimer’s fictional barrister was—like his creator—a rogue redeemed by a fierce commitment to the presumption of innocence.
COVID, Trump, Brexit—everybody’s had something to break their brains in recent years and some people may never recover.
Lineker has embarrassed the BBC but the vexing problem of illegal immigration will still have to be addressed.
On art, artists, and the divided soul of comedian Russell Kane.
The SNP has identified England and the English political class—especially the governing Conservative Party—as hostile forces.
An informative and apolitical new book reminds us that statistics are not always what they seem.
How social media influenced media discourse about civil unrest in Leicester and inflamed the violence.
The idea of an Australian republic is attractive to some, but there's a strong case for a humble head of state.
The diaries of Elizabeth’s wartime companion illustrates the special burdens faced by royalty—and Elizabeth’s fitness to bear them
Farewell to the charm and sleaze of Boris Johnson.