philwoodfordWhatever direction the US takes, normalcy has disappeared.Extremism always ends in tears.Nov 13Nov 13
philwoodfordAfter the brat girl summer, the chill of the fallKamala’s campaign was polished, professional and star-studded. But are the days of ‘slick’ over?Nov 7Nov 7
philwoodfordIs Harris-Schmaltz a winning ticket?I seem to remember the US talkshow host David Letterman once saying there’s no business like showbusiness, but there are several businesses…Aug 23Aug 23
philwoodfordA Harris victory is critical. But sadly it won’t end the madness.Twenty-four hours is a long time in politics when you’re an American Democrat.Jul 233Jul 233
philwoodfordDon’t disturb Labour: they are very, very busy…The first few days of the Labour government have been a flurry, with everyone desperately keen to GET ON WITH THINGS. The carefully…Jul 8Jul 8
philwoodfordWhich previous government will have the biggest influence on Starmer’s?I wrote before about the similarities (and differences) between Starmer and his predecessor Tony Blair. There’s some debate in Labour…May 30May 30
philwoodfordWhen it comes to plans, the parties are on another planet.The Tories have a clear plan as they go into this election.May 25May 25
philwoodfordTo look like Blair is one thing. To govern like Blair is another.“We ran for office as New Labour. We will govern as New Labour.”May 17May 17
philwoodfordFacing the music: our love affair with AI is about to be severely testedFirst things first. I don’t have any doubt that AI is set to transform our lives. In fact, it’s clearly one of the dominant issues of the…Apr 30Apr 30