Ben Mitchell
Ben Mitchell is a writer and analyst with a passion for progressive politics, social justice, and holding power to account. He believes that strong journalism should challenge the status quo, amplify unheard voices, and drive meaningful change. When he’s not covering policy shifts or breaking down economic trends, Ben enjoys deep dives into unexpected cultural phenomena—whether it’s political activism, digital media trends, or the surprising economics of milf dating.
The railways: Yet another broken market in the UK
The price of train travel is being pushed up by government trying to wean the industry off subsidies - an outdared policy from the boom times.
When a liberal is mugged by reality
The conservative analysis of these riots is the most straightforward and, we have to admit, the one that often appears to make most sense. But it will only get us so far in guiding us in what to do next.