I'm only confused to the extent that the world is confusing, and interpreting it is difficult. I say that UKIP veer towards fascism, because the history of right-wing populisms (and there are a fair few examples of this in the twentieth century) does so ONCE THEY'VE TAKEN HOLD: this is what...
I differ from you on this. There's nothing that is 'deep down', whether of the left or right. Saying that there is, is just the same as the right claiming it's human nature to be aggressive, greedy, and so on. Due to wider historical forces, people become attached to certain ideas. All there is...
I'm not doubting that UKIP are not proving to be an effective political force, and Farage has wide appeal. I've also indicated on this thread that I wouldn't be surprised if they have between five and ten MPs this time next year. Labour and the Tories are both deeply concerned. Although if you...
That Clacton defection is a real gift to UKIP. It means that they can go into the next election saying that they not only have momentum, but they've got Westminster representation too. I wouldn't be too surprised if they have between five and ten seats this time next year.