Realism vs Idealism

Reinhold Niebuhr explained why it's so hard to build a better world. But he still has much to teach us.

Aug 7 • Mark Braund

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July 2026

Jamie Dimon really doesn't get it

Banks like J.P. Morgan sit at the heart of our dysfunctional economy but make very little contribution to the creation of new wealth

Jul 29 • Mark Braund

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In Praise of Prog Rock

A fortnight of sublime music that I'm writing about in the hope it'll cheer you up as much as it did me

Jul 24 • Mark Braund

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Andy Burnham and Land Value Tax

Will Britain's new Prime Minister have the courage of his convictions?

Jul 20 • Mark Braund

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Holiday Reading

Three sublime but quite different novels recommended by Substack friends

Jul 9 • Mark Braund

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Another piece at Bearly Politics

The third post in my series on great thinkers of the 20th century focuses on the work of the American theologian and political scientist Reinhold…

Jul 5 • Mark Braund

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June 2026

Yes, there is an alternative

But don't expect your elected representatives to tell you about it

Jun 4 • Mark Braund

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May 2026

Vision, Political Nous and the ability to Communicate

These are essential qualities for successful political leadership. Keir Starmer struggles with all three, which is why he has to go.

May 12 • Mark Braund

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Morality in Politics

Lawrence Kohlberg pointed the way to a more just social order. We need his wisdom today more than ever.

May 10 • Mark Braund

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April 2026

The Only Vote Worth Casting

is a vote against Reform UK

Apr 26 • Mark Braund

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Copenhagen: The Search for Historical Truth

And the lessons for politics today

Apr 21 • Mark Braund

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AI and the Future of Work

I was fortunate in my career but I fear for future generations

Apr 16 • Mark Braund

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