During the reign of Queen Anne (1702-1714), Britain was as divided along partisan cultural lines as the United States is today. That history offers hope to Americans.
Boris Johnson’s 10(!) Brexits to Ponder
A political decision principally made by the prime minister alone will determine what sort of exit from the EU we start 2021 with.
UK: Tory Men and Labour Measures
How the cooptation of the pre-Corbyn Labour Party’s agenda is designed to keep Boris Johnson and the Tories in power for a long period.
The UK’s Post-Brexit Hangover
When the Tories’ partying is over, the UK will realize it has little choice but to coordinate with its EU neighbors.
Five Scenarios for Brexit After January 31
On January 31, the UK leaves the EU Treaty as a signatory member. What happens next?
Economism Vs. Culture: Who Wins?
What are the real driving forces of British politics? Reflecting on the Tory victory in the UK’s 2019 general election.
US and UK: When Culture Trumps Economic Self-Interest
Lower-income voters, at least in the U.S. and UK cases, care more about cultural messaging than their share of the economy.
Beyond Boris: Donald Trump(ism) Wins in British Election
What are the hard lessons for Europe and wider geopolitics from Boris Johnson’s victory in the 2019 British general election?
UK Election: Johnson and Tories Weakening?
Final polls cast some doubt over a Conservative majority.
Who Will Win Next Thursday in Britain?
If Johnson does not win a majority, it would be a major defeat for him and some kind of technical government would have to be formed — mainly to organize a new referendum.