Recommended Products & Resources

Books, tools, and sources I actually use for political research and analysis. Honest picks — no filler.

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Genuine designer sunglasses from Ray-Ban, Gucci, Prada, Oakley, and more — at prices well below high-street RRP. Free UK delivery on orders over £25.

Why I recommend it

Solid pick for outdoor reporting, rallies, and travel days when you want quality eyewear without paying full retail.

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Nazi Conspiracy and Aggression

The official U.S. government case record compiled for the Nuremberg Trials — digitally curated in three editions, from raw scans to fully annotated research kits.

Why I recommend it

Primary-source history for understanding how the Allies documented war crimes and built their prosecution case. Essential for students of WWII, international law, and authoritarian regimes.

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The New Yorker

Long-form reporting, political analysis, and cultural commentary from one of America's most respected magazines — in print and digital.

Why I recommend it

When I want narrative depth on politics, law, and power — not just headlines — this is where I go for reporting that rewards close reading.

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Democracy in Chains

Nancy MacLean's deep dive into the intellectual origins of modern libertarian politics and how ideas move from academia into law and policy.

Why I recommend it

Essential context for understanding how institutional power shapes elections and legislation beyond campaign headlines.

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The Intelligence Trap

David Robson explains why smart people fall for bad arguments — and how to think more clearly about political claims and media narratives.

Why I recommend it

Sharpens the critical thinking skills you need when parsing partisan talking points and viral political content.

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Foreign Affairs

The leading journal on US foreign policy and international relations — long-form analysis from diplomats, scholars, and practitioners.

Why I recommend it

My go-to for grounded geopolitical context when breaking news lacks the historical and strategic depth viewers deserve.

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ProPublica

Nonprofit investigative journalism covering government accountability, campaign finance, courts, and institutional power in America.

Why I recommend it

Consistently produces the kind of document-driven reporting that should inform any serious political analysis.

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Pocket Premium

Save articles, reports, and primary sources in one place. Highlight, tag, and revisit the material that informs your analysis.

Why I recommend it

How I organize the flood of daily political reporting so nothing important gets lost between research sessions.

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Dark Money (Documentary)

A compelling look at how undisclosed political spending influences elections, legislation, and the courts across the United States.

Why I recommend it

Pairs well with campaign finance reporting — makes abstract policy fights tangible for audiences new to the topic.

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