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Joshi Herrmann

Joshi Herrmann is the founder and editor in chief of Mill Media, a network of new websites that publishes high-quality local journalism in seven UK cities.

Does Britain’s Next Prime Minister Believe in Anything?

Andy Burnham is set to become the UK’s new leader—but no one's quite sure what the mayor of Manchester really thinks.

June 28, 2026

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