Anthony Barnett
@anthonybarnett.bsky.social
‘Notes on Now’ every month in Byline Times, Co-founder openDemocracy Led Charter 88 from 1988-2005. Iron Britannia; The Lure of Greatness; Taking Control! Etc Online articles in Authory.
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Truer words were never spoken.
January 28, 2026 at 12:18 PM
Truer words were never spoken.
Essential to watch this
💔 #AlexPretti 💔 #Witness
This is testimony…
📌 Stella Carlson, “Pink coat lady”, speaks on the murder of Alex Pretti.
“After the shooting, they (ICE) decided to just scatter and save themselves.”
📌 Stella Carlson, “Pink coat lady”, speaks on the murder of Alex Pretti.
“After the shooting, they (ICE) decided to just scatter and save themselves.”
January 28, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Essential to watch this
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💔 #AlexPretti 💔 #Witness
This is testimony…
📌 Stella Carlson, “Pink coat lady”, speaks on the murder of Alex Pretti.
“After the shooting, they (ICE) decided to just scatter and save themselves.”
📌 Stella Carlson, “Pink coat lady”, speaks on the murder of Alex Pretti.
“After the shooting, they (ICE) decided to just scatter and save themselves.”
January 28, 2026 at 12:37 PM
💔 #AlexPretti 💔 #Witness
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This might be an Old Labour govt, in the worst possible way
January 27, 2026 at 8:49 PM
This might be an Old Labour govt, in the worst possible way
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Poverty in the UK is getting worse. This is deeply shameful for such an affluent country
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Record number of people in UK live in ‘very deep poverty’, analysis shows
Joseph Rowntree Foundation finds problem is ‘deeper and more damaging than at any point in the last 30 years’
www.theguardian.com
January 27, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Poverty in the UK is getting worse. This is deeply shameful for such an affluent country
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
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I have criticized The Times for not covering this so I should point out: Here is The Times actually covering it.
Social media posts from the White House, Department of Labor and Department of Homeland Security have included images, slogans and even a song associated with far-right extremist groups.
Trump Administration Social Media Posts Echo White Supremacist Messaging
A flurry of posts from the White House, Department of Labor and Department of Homeland Security have included images, slogans and even a song used by the white nationalist right.
nyti.ms
January 27, 2026 at 5:03 PM
I have criticized The Times for not covering this so I should point out: Here is The Times actually covering it.
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"Eisenhower used the power of the US dollar to force the UK and France to end their embarrassing Suez adventure in 1956, and Ronald Reagan angered Margaret Thatcher by terminating the left-wing regime in Grenada, a Commonwealth country, back in 1983." www.opendemocracy.net/en/trump-act...
Trump’s actions point to a turbulent year for the world
The White House is putting itself in a position to fight more wars overseas while controlling dissent at home
www.opendemocracy.net
January 27, 2026 at 11:47 AM
"Eisenhower used the power of the US dollar to force the UK and France to end their embarrassing Suez adventure in 1956, and Ronald Reagan angered Margaret Thatcher by terminating the left-wing regime in Grenada, a Commonwealth country, back in 1983." www.opendemocracy.net/en/trump-act...
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ICE murdered Renée Good in broad daylight. Less than 3 weeks later, they killed Alex Pretti, shooting him 10 times. Every day, we watch as people are ripped from their cars, their homes, their lives.
We can't allow ourselves to look away from this cruelty. Abolish ICE.
We can't allow ourselves to look away from this cruelty. Abolish ICE.
January 26, 2026 at 10:14 PM
ICE murdered Renée Good in broad daylight. Less than 3 weeks later, they killed Alex Pretti, shooting him 10 times. Every day, we watch as people are ripped from their cars, their homes, their lives.
We can't allow ourselves to look away from this cruelty. Abolish ICE.
We can't allow ourselves to look away from this cruelty. Abolish ICE.
Forensic www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Even the Davos elites have woken up, but they need more than just speeches to survive the end of the old order | Nesrine Malik
Mark Carney and other custodians of the order are right to contemplate its death, but are they really willing to unpick the the entire system?, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik
www.theguardian.com
January 26, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Forensic www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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As Europe seeks greater autonomy from a declining but dangerous USA there are few easy strategic choices. None are cost-free for European citizens. A new approach to nation-building is needed.
nationstateandpolitics.substack.com/p/the-geopol...
nationstateandpolitics.substack.com/p/the-geopol...
January 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM
As Europe seeks greater autonomy from a declining but dangerous USA there are few easy strategic choices. None are cost-free for European citizens. A new approach to nation-building is needed.
nationstateandpolitics.substack.com/p/the-geopol...
nationstateandpolitics.substack.com/p/the-geopol...
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Lots of people saying Keir Starmer had no good options and that blocking Burnham from standing was the least worst one.
Why I now think the opposite is the case
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/26/w...
Why I now think the opposite is the case
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/26/w...
What Keir Starmer Should Have Done With Andy Burnham
The PM's decision to block Burnham from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election risks handing the seat to Nigel Farage, and ultimately triggering his own downfall. It didn't have to be this way,...
bylinetimes.com
January 26, 2026 at 10:57 AM
Lots of people saying Keir Starmer had no good options and that blocking Burnham from standing was the least worst one.
Why I now think the opposite is the case
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/26/w...
Why I now think the opposite is the case
bylinetimes.com/2026/01/26/w...
Follow Dan now he has migrated from X, he's a real citizen
It's well worth comparing the depth and seriousness of Burnham's proposals for reform in the UK with the utter frivolity and short-sightedness of response from SW1's media-political establishment.
I stumbled on HEAD NORTH by @mayorofgm.bsky.social @metromayorsteve.bsky.social when looking for Xmas presents. It's a powerful call to break from Westminster politics. Especially important now! It's not the man but what he stands for that makes Burnham appealing bylinetimes.com/2026/01/23/t...
January 26, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Follow Dan now he has migrated from X, he's a real citizen
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It's well worth comparing the depth and seriousness of Burnham's proposals for reform in the UK with the utter frivolity and short-sightedness of response from SW1's media-political establishment.
I stumbled on HEAD NORTH by @mayorofgm.bsky.social @metromayorsteve.bsky.social when looking for Xmas presents. It's a powerful call to break from Westminster politics. Especially important now! It's not the man but what he stands for that makes Burnham appealing bylinetimes.com/2026/01/23/t...
'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent
bylinetimes.com
January 26, 2026 at 12:28 PM
It's well worth comparing the depth and seriousness of Burnham's proposals for reform in the UK with the utter frivolity and short-sightedness of response from SW1's media-political establishment.
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They’re heroes
I am trying not to post on these events in this state of mind but: I hope people understand what the observers are doing is brave and dangerous.
January 24, 2026 at 6:31 PM
They’re heroes
My first Bee Bus!
January 24, 2026 at 9:44 PM
My first Bee Bus!
I stumbled on HEAD NORTH by @mayorofgm.bsky.social @metromayorsteve.bsky.social when looking for Xmas presents. It's a powerful call to break from Westminster politics. Especially important now! It's not the man but what he stands for that makes Burnham appealing bylinetimes.com/2026/01/23/t...
'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent
bylinetimes.com
January 23, 2026 at 5:35 PM
I stumbled on HEAD NORTH by @mayorofgm.bsky.social @metromayorsteve.bsky.social when looking for Xmas presents. It's a powerful call to break from Westminster politics. Especially important now! It's not the man but what he stands for that makes Burnham appealing bylinetimes.com/2026/01/23/t...
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NEW
Why the Hillsborough law campaigners are right to be resolute
The attempts to water down the duty of candour should be resisted
Me at @prospectmagazine.co.uk
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/law/th...
Why the Hillsborough law campaigners are right to be resolute
The attempts to water down the duty of candour should be resisted
Me at @prospectmagazine.co.uk
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/law/th...
January 23, 2026 at 12:40 PM
NEW
Why the Hillsborough law campaigners are right to be resolute
The attempts to water down the duty of candour should be resisted
Me at @prospectmagazine.co.uk
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/law/th...
Why the Hillsborough law campaigners are right to be resolute
The attempts to water down the duty of candour should be resisted
Me at @prospectmagazine.co.uk
www.prospectmagazine.co.uk/ideas/law/th...
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Important from @anthonybarnett.bsky.social bylinetimes.com/2026/01/23/t...
'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent
bylinetimes.com
January 23, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Important from @anthonybarnett.bsky.social bylinetimes.com/2026/01/23/t...
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January 23, 2026 at 11:23 AM
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The Byline Times print edition is by far the best European newspaper.
🟨 Print Edition — Drowning in Denial
As Nigel Farage’s party scraps climate schemes around the country, Nafeez Ahmed reports on new data that shows flood risk surging across the 10 councils it leads
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As Nigel Farage’s party scraps climate schemes around the country, Nafeez Ahmed reports on new data that shows flood risk surging across the 10 councils it leads
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Drowning in Denial – Byline Times Digital / Print Edition
As Nigel Farage’s party scraps climate schemes around the country, Nafeez Ahmed reports on new data that shows flood risk surging across the 10 councils it leads
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January 23, 2026 at 10:45 AM
The Byline Times print edition is by far the best European newspaper.
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Get your copy in shops now. Includes our interview with Zack Polanski and a feature from me on how the Green Party plans to defeat Labour in its 'Green Wall' this year
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January 23, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Get your copy in shops now. Includes our interview with Zack Polanski and a feature from me on how the Green Party plans to defeat Labour in its 'Green Wall' this year
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My reflection on reading @andyburnham.bsky.social and @metromayorsteve.bsky.social
🔴 'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent, writes @anthonybarnett.bsky.social
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent, writes @anthonybarnett.bsky.social
'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent
bylinetimes.com
January 23, 2026 at 10:47 AM
My reflection on reading @andyburnham.bsky.social and @metromayorsteve.bsky.social
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🔴 'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent, writes @anthonybarnett.bsky.social
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent, writes @anthonybarnett.bsky.social
'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent
bylinetimes.com
January 23, 2026 at 10:37 AM
🔴 'The Malfunctioning British State Cannot be Utilised to Bring About Its Own Solution': Learning from the Mayors of the North
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent, writes @anthonybarnett.bsky.social
A fundamental break from the old regime is required – it can only come from the outside but must command credibility and popular assent, writes @anthonybarnett.bsky.social