A single shared source of truth is essential for a functioning democracy.

Without it you’re left with fragmentation, polarisation and a perpetual culture war where the discourse focuses on what divides us rather than what we have in common.

My column from last week: www.ft.com/content/5060...

I distinctly recall reading a section where you describe getting a 2nd wind after about 50 miles and the progress feeling effortless. I've never experienced that, but maybe I just need to go further!

I've found some days for these longer runs. Having got many races in the next couple of months but hopefully will stay focused.

I play guitar in a band and we're playing a Christmas party in 2 months, with 20 songs on the setlist. We spend an awful long time arguing over what makes the setlist, and someone always pops a last minute one in the night before!

That's cool. Nice kit. But that's a lot of songs to learn in a few weeks!

If you have any tips to pass on to another 100 mile newbie please pass them on

Best of luck. Enjoy.

Was originally on call nights but my lovely work colleagues swapped into them.
Just working out my training for the next 3 months now!

Well, I'll [hopefully] see you at Hawes then!

Iconic closing song!

Thanks 😊. Good luck!