Red, white and blues

The Conservative Party and the double-edged lure of the American right

This week, the Democratic National Convention showcased American politics' absurd pomp. From Lil John to Oprah, it has been a star-studded spectacle. The coverage has also shown how dominant US politics can be over our nations and those around us. There are few in Westminster who don't have one eye on Washington. In the run-in to November's election, th…