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“Everyone said to me growing up, "You're like an American. You have to go to America. That's your spiritual home."”

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Toby Young
Toby Young

Toby Young is a British journalist born on October 17, 1963. He is known for his in-depth reporting on political and social issues and served as an editor at The Spectator magazine. Young's writing style is sharp, often critical of the British political and social landscape. more

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