Michael Portillo: On Politics

In this engaging series, Michael Portillo explores key aspects of democracy, political theory, and economic systems through five thought-provoking installments. He reflects on the 2,500-year journey of democracy, investigates the historical role of back-benchers in Parliament, and examines the enduring influence of Ayn Rand's philosophy on modern politics. Additionally, Portillo analyzes the challenges faced by capitalism and revisits the legacy of the 1945 Labour Government, offering insights and discussions with prominent thinkers and historians along the way.