It's an illustration of a wider thing about being human. All those intelligent, well-meaning lefties who were able to ignore that the Soviet Union was on the road to hell. Or JD Vance, who had Trump'… (View Post)

Also, Nigel isn't getting any younger. Indeed, by 2029, he could well be combining the wisdom of youth and the energy of old age. (View Post)

And that's why we love you. But it would surprise me if it worked well at a statistical level. (Most of the terrible things about modern life happen because they work on enough people for them to be … (View Post)

Leaving aside the effect of voters seeing Reform in action, what's the effect on the activists? There's a type of politician who is very effective while in opposition. Asking difficult questions, thr… (View Post)

It's not a cheerful thought, but doesn't dislike of candidates drive turnout? That and a perception that the result might be close. If the result is a foregone conclusion and the worst response is a … (View Post)