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Heaven knows we're miserable now
A modest case for optimism and for giving Keir Starmer's government a chance
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Who is Keir Starmer?
A conversation with his biographer sheds light on the new prime minister's character, career, and style
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30 Thoughts on the General Election
Overall, this was an immensely entertaining election result. Here are some reflections on it.
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A moment for democratic hygiene
And for perspective too: however bad things have been in Britain, they're worse elsewhere.
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1984 returns to the Isle of Jura
75 years after its publication, George Orwell's last masterpiece is coming home.
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Why won't politicians be honest about tax?
Hint: the answer has a lot to do with YOU, the Great British Public.
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The Ponsonby and Massie Podcast
In which I attempt to answer a good question: does the world need another podcast?
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