I have heard the Northern Ireland scenario before, but it seems to me to be predicated on the proportion of Americans willing to enforce their political ideology through violence being similar to tha… (View Post)

On Sunak, my Nan likes him. Thinks he's sensible and a good communicator. Given some of her voting history, this comes as a bit of a surprise. I think, with the right delicacy and skill, his wea… (View Post)

Jesus Christ! And people are bitching and moaning about that fucking statue... (View Post)

If I'm reading MoonRabbit's post correctly then we are of a similar age, and they probably wouldn't have been capable of slamming the bedroom door in the late 80s and perhaps may not e… (View Post)

In 2010 there was a sense, inside the Labour Party, that a period of renewal in opposition would be good for the party... I imagine they expected a robust but ultimately cathartic leadership contest … (View Post)