The end of the liberal delusion
At the turn of the century, Western leaders claimed progress was inevitable. Yet events have contradicted this “faith”.
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The new Tory tribes
Rishi Sunak’s MPs are already competing to define the party’s purpose and shape its future.
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The humbling of the SNP
After nearly two decades, the age of nationalist hegemony may be over.
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Signs of the times
China and Russia are committed to upending the US-led international order. How should the West respond?
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Why we should break up the Met
The “bad apples” defence does not explain why toxic people are attracted to the police.
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Fear and loathing at the BBC
In an era of fake news and hyperpartisan media, the rationale for a public-service broadcaster is stronger than ever.
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The quiet consensus
Britain’s fundamental problems – dismal productivity, regional inequality, dilapidated infrastructure – long pre-date the EU referendum.
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The rewards of diplomacy
The Windsor framework represents unambiguous progress, and could clear the way for power-sharing to resume in Northern Ireland.
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