Timothy Stafford: Four historical parallels that help understand Trump

America’s long democratic history provide a few guides for navigating the reign of the ‘unprecedented President’.

Julian Mann: Could 2017 be the year for a new socially conservative political party?

The Brexit vote would seem to indicate that there is now scope for a new political party with a demonstrably different worldview from a socially Marxist one.

Michael Fallon: As this New Year begins, let’s honour the work of our brave servicemen and women

This morning, around 4,500 British servicemen and women will be serving our country across the globe. They are taking part in 25 operations in almost 30 countries.

Tim Bale: Are elections won by members or money?

After decades of decline, the membership figures of the main political parties are on the rise. But will it make a difference?

Matthew Barrett: Liberty, not democracy, is the real conservative watchword

Are the fundamental tenets of freedom – that of association, expression, and worship – being maintained to their fullest extent? Some would say not.

Iain Dale: In memory of Jim Prior, who once told Thatcher that “you sound very sexy this morning”

Plus: A telling speech by George Osborne, the pleasing election of Philip Davies. Reading the Morning Star, just for a laugh. And: Andy Carroll walks on water.

Richard Ritchie: Leaving the EU. What would Powell have made of the role of the Supreme Court?

My guess is that he would have argued that this is a matter for Parliament, with no need to resort to the judiciary.

Lewis Baston: By-elections – and what has happened in those in which the MP has resigned his seat

The story of who won (like David Davis). And who lost (like Zac Goldsmith).

Timothy Stafford: In defence of the US Electoral College

Moving away from the current system would make America’s polarisation worse, not better.

How Sunday’s vote in Italy could plunge the Euro into crisis

The referendum was meant to be about constitutional reform. Instead, it’s become an anti-politics storm which could have wide-reaching consequences.

Andrew Thorpe-Apps: The Left’s real agenda isn’t concerned with human rights – another reason why Conservatives must fight for them

We should join organisations like Amnesty International, which has made a terrible mistake on anti-semitism, to ensure that our voices are heard.

Daniel Hannan: Populists flourish after financial crises – but they get found out in the end

One historical study has found that, on average, authoritarian parties surge by around 30 per cent as the economic consequences play out.

Why Trump’s victory raises the stakes for Johnson

He has the potential to become a great Foreign Secretary, but will need to establish a reputation for trustworthiness.

Jay Singh-Sohal: Remembrance is a time to commit to acts of public service

The sacrifices of our forefathers should inspire us to step up and serve, in our own ways.

How the Conservatives are rebuilding their links with the Republicans – and will work with America’s President-elect

After a long chill, relations between the sister parties are thawing.