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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

I know many are deeply opposed to Trump's visit. But Keir Starmer doesn't have that luxury | Martin Kettle

Engaging President Trump through formal statecraft, despite moral discomfort, serves British national interest because his power and the US–UK alliance remain decisive.
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago

Medieval Wisdom for Modern Politics - Medievalists.net

Do not believe those who say they have voluntarily relinquished power and position for love of peace and quiet. Nearly always, their reason was either levity or necessity. Experience shows that, as soon as they are offered a chance to return to the former life, they leave behind their much vaunted peace and quiet, and seize it with the same fury that fire seizes dry or oily things.
History
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

Trump Is Fulfilling Kissinger's Dream

Trump's second term marks a significant departure from moral considerations in U.S. foreign policy, following Kissinger's realpolitik approach.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

If Starmer is willing to help Trump host a lucrative golf tournament, will he caddy for him too? | Marina Hyde

Starmer's government considering hosting the Open at Trump's Turnberry raises concerns over conflicts of interest and corruption.
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