Public execution and the politics of fear in America
It looks as though Donald Trump has currently abandoned the plan for a public execution in America. He cancelled the proposed livestream of Nidal Malik Hasan’s execution on 15 October, after objections across the political spectrum. However, Hasan still…
When Vibes Trump Policy, Hanson and other populist leaders get the Upper Hand
Populist leaders often win support by making voters feel seen, angry and aggrieved, even when their policies are vague, contradictory and are highly unlikely to solve the problems they describe, instead often making them worse. Politics is supposed to…
Who Are “The Radical Left”?
“The radical left” is one of those phrases that gets thrown around so often it can start to mean almost anything. Raise the minimum wage? Radical left. Want stronger climate action? Radical left. Think billionaires should pay more tax? Radical left. Ask…