Tag Archives: James Kirchick

Waugh and Brit Grift

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Jeffrey Manley

The online newspaper The Daily Beast (which owes its name to a fictional newspaper in Scoop) recently ran a story by James Kirchick entitled “The Brit Grifters and the Designated American Suckers.” This suggests a history of British residents whose careers have hit a wall in their … Continue reading →

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New Generation of “Wenlock Jakes” Superstars

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Jeffrey Manley

Today’s Spectator has a story about the Frontline Club in London. It was founded in 2003 with the idealistic goal of providing a friendly and neutral refuge for freelance international correspondents while they spent time in London recovering from the stress … Continue reading →

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