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AI vs The Industrial Revolution
Britain could square protectionism and classical liberalism in an age of economic hegemony. Today's conservatives must pick a side.
Feb 22 • Rafe Fletcher
Britain needs muscular citizenship
Creating a stronger civic identity requires greater reciprocity.
Mar 8 • Rafe Fletcher
Statist Singapore Builds. Statist Britain Plans.
Singapore and Britain both take a statist approach to building houses. But Singapore is forceful while Britain is obstructive.
Feb 8 • Rafe Fletcher
Why Britain Doesn't Invest - And How To Fix It
Real estate myopia creates a lottery of haves and have nots. Britain should look abroad to show bricks & mortar isn't the only asset class.
Jan 25 • Rafe Fletcher
Is Democracy Decadent?
Does Vox Populi really guarantee prosperity?
Jan 11 • Rafe Fletcher
Britain's Brain Drain
Are young people giving up on Britain?
Dec 14, 2025 • Rafe Fletcher
Make the UK Competent Again
How to get the best and brightest into government
Nov 30, 2025 • Rafe Fletcher
AI & Faith-Based Investing
Today's markets follow Luther, not Buffett.
Nov 23, 2025 • Rafe Fletcher
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