My own betting strategy is the exact opposite. I bet on Trump so that I can at least have the consolation of winning a few dollars (and impoverishing a friend) if he gets back in. It will at least bu… (View Post)

Another problem is that the NHS hugely centralised and politicised, to an extent unimaginable in comparable countries, if not quite as much as it used to be. Its spending is controlled by the Treasur… (View Post)

It's very different for at least four reasons. Firstly, we don't pretend we elect a Prime Minister. Though PMs may try to pretend otherwise, they, as opposed to their party or manifesto, do… (View Post)

Her problem has in any case not really been set-piece speeches to ultra-friendly audiences. It's in person interviews where she has to think on her feet. That's why she hasn't given on… (View Post)

The Electoral College really is about the most moronic system in the democratic world. (View Post)