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The Contest for Symbols National flags are never the harmless décor of public life; they are contested territory. From 1970s National Front marches to today’s Raise the Colours displays, competing factions race to drape themselves in the Union Jack and St George’s Cross. Yet no single interest can truly “own” these emblems. These flags belong … Continue reading
Across the Atlantic, the brutal shooting and murder of Charlie Kirk has unleashed calls for vengeance, while here in Westminster, insults and threats have eclipsed sober debate. This article traces the ripple effects of violent rhetoric in both the US and UK, exposes even the UK Left’s shocking justifications for assassination, and argues that alongside … Continue reading
Burkina Faso’s latest military ruler, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, has launched a series of bold economic reforms aimed at reclaiming national sovereignty. But alongside nationalist victories, his government has pursued deeply reactionary policies—most notably criminalizing homosexuality—and remains wedded to military rule. As Third Way long admired Thomas Sankara’s radical vision for the country, many ask: can … Continue reading
2,588 words, 14 minutes read time. Palestine Action is a UK-based direct-action group founded in July 2020 that seeks to “dismantle British complicity” with Israel’s military actions by physically disrupting arms companies supplying the Israeli Defence Forces. Its founders – notably Huda Ammori and Richard Barnard – launched the campaign by breaking into the Elbit … Continue reading
4,655 words, 25 minutes read time. Introduction:At dawn on a Friday in June 2025, Israeli warplanes struck deep into Iran, bombing dozens of nuclear and military sites. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the operation as necessary for Israel’s very survival, after claiming Iran had breached its nuclear obligations. Within hours, Iran retaliated with volleys of … Continue reading
The British electoral system, rooted in First Past the Post (FPTP), is increasingly under scrutiny for failing to reflect the diverse political landscape of the UK. Critics argue it entrenches a two-party dominance, discourages voter turnout, and marginalizes smaller parties. Amid cries of “don’t split the vote” and accusations of enabling Labour or Tory victories, … Continue reading
THIRDWAY THINK-TANK | The Voice of the Radical Centre 