Archive

David Cameron’s Toff Problem

Posh Boys

The prime minister’s aristocratic image and blueblood pals are starting to become a political handicap.

articles/2012/05/02/david-cameron-s-toff-problem/cameron-rich-problem-giglio-tease_fjoli4
Photo Illustration by The Daily Beast

Toff, (slang) n: a person of the upper classes; a swell, dandy; a good sort.—The Chambers Dictionary (1998 edition)

“In British English slang, a toff is a mildly derogatory term for someone with an aristocratic background or belonging to the landed gentry, particularly someone who exudes an air of superiority.”–Wikipedia

I’m Berlington...

This won't last long. One year of fearless reporting for only $35 $25.

Don't miss this subscriber exclusive article. 

Got a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.