Joxley Writes

Joxley Writes offers insights on politics, history, and culture from a right-of-center perspective, focusing on British politics, critiques of the Conservative Party's leadership and strategies, the importance of electoral involvement, and broader societal issues. It combines analytical posts with recommendations on relevant reads and events.

British Politics Conservative Party Critique Electoral Commentary Societal Issues Legal Crowdfunding Historical Analysis Cultural Commentary

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Click here for justice?

157 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
  1. Legal crowdfunding can help make justice more accessible by pooling funds from the crowd.
  2. Lack of regulation in legal crowdfunding can lead to risks like scams, ill-founded claims, or self-dealing.
  3. Regulation in legal crowdfunding could enhance transparency, prevent self-dealing, and address recovery of costs.

The Tribes are just Vibes

78 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Political parties
  1. The Tory Party is experiencing internal disintegration and confusion with the emergence of factions like the Popular Conservatives, lacking clear policies and offering little new ideas.
  2. The press's depiction of the Popular Conservatives as 'hard right' showcases the blurry nature of the party's internal divisions, with members like Liz Truss leaning towards libertarianism and confusion arising from various ideologies within the party.
  3. The launch of factional groups within political parties can sometimes come across as just a performance for journalists, lacking substance and real impact.

Naval Gazing

117 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🌐 International Policy Military
  1. Prime Minister focuses on 'stopping the boats' as key strategy for improving his party's standing.
  2. Royal Navy showing signs of neglect with reports of ships being taken out of service and issues finding leadership.
  3. Under-investment and falling manpower contribute to Navy's struggles, raising concerns about Britain's global position.
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Joxley Reads 12.01.24

0 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy
  1. Detroit is considering implementing a Land Value Tax.
  2. Economists and political enthusiasts support the Land Value Tax.
  3. The concept of Land Value Tax can be complex and uninteresting to the general public.

Joxley Reads 04.02.24

0 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Campaigns Parties
  1. The author reflects on lessons Labour can learn from the 2017 election to avoid past mistakes.
  2. Campaigns starting with a significant polling lead need to understand past errors to succeed.
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Joxley Reads 07.01.24

0 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
📰 News Substack Journalism
  1. Joxley is sharing web picks every Sunday for paying subscribers.
  2. One noteworthy pick was an article from Emma Burnell.
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Joxley Reads 11/02/24

0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
📚 Literature Mystery Essay Subscription
  1. The New Yorker essay on the death of Zac Brettler is engrossing and full of mystery.
  2. Zac Brettler's story involves larger-than-life characters and intriguing circumstances.
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Joxley Reads 21.01.24

0 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
📰 News Events Tax policy Current affairs
  1. Joxley recommends an event on tax returns with expert Dan Niedle on Jan 31
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Joxley Reads 28.01.24

0 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
📰 News Investigative Reporting Documentary History
  1. The shocking history of illegal adoption in Georgia and its long-lasting effects were uncovered by a BBC report and documentary.
  2. Criminal gangs were involved in vast networks trading stolen babies during the Soviet period and early stages of Georgian independence.
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