Thomas is a well-known political commentator. He writes The Path Not Taken, a Substack which analyzes politics through the lens of institutional theory and has over 1,200 subscribers. Several are prominent figures in the media, politics and academia and The Path Not Taken has been featured in outlets such as the New York Times, Unherd and the Weekly Dish.

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Popular essays include...

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In a divided Poland, restoring democracy won't be easy 

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Why Britain may never rejoin the EU

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The extension of political conflict is corroding liberal democracy

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The rise of low liberalism

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Why has British politics become so unstable?

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