Letters From A Tory Daily views on British politics and the Conservative Party from a centre-right thinker who writes letters on his blog to politicians, journalists and many others.

1. Counting Cats stands up for Obama and the Beckhams.

2. Nourishing Obscurity reports on the last flicker of the anti-EU candle.

3. They Are Joking Aren’t They says punishment can work wonders with criminals.

4. Moments of Clarity tells the Lib Dems to watch their purse strings a bit more carefully.

5. Mark Reckons warns off supporters of ‘Alternative Vote’ systems.