The myth of prophecy is central to the success of authoritarian politics.
Like an aged babysitter who has forgotten herself for a moment and decided to join the kids, Theresa May now identifies Donald Trump as her closest ally.
'Post-truth' is supposedly the word of the year, but what does it actually mean for the future of politics?
On Remembrance Day the poppy, with its narcotic, sleep-inducing qualities, stands as a fitting symbol for Britain’s long dream-sleep.
Faced with a future that presents itself as non-negotiable, the temptation is to turn towards the past.
