Will the Trump-supporting UK right share in his ignominy? No, it’s too dishonest for that | Polly Toynbee

Sustained not by public opinion but by billionaire media owners, British rightwing commentators will embrace a Maga successor, not moderation

Hallelujahs and hosannas have been echoing around the democratic world over the last few weeks. The White House madman is a loser. Rejoice at Serbia, Hungary, Brazil and hold our breath for Israel.

Take heart from our best historians' encouragements. Margaret MacMillan wrote in the Observer: And now we can hope these elections will bring an end to cruelty, naked greed, contempt for decency, and the relentless vulgarity that tries to pass for boldness and authenticity. What a difference an election can make."

Polly Toynbee is a Guardian columnist