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Public sector cuts, rioting and the Oedipus Complex
The recent riots in England were the result of the violation of incest taboo, in the form of the government’s public sector cuts. A sizeable proportion of the cuts directly affect young people, who made up a sizeable proportion of … Continue reading
Big Society Libyan-style
One of the big question in British politics today is, what the hell is the Big Society? Well, we only have to look at Benghazi, the first Libyan city to declare freedom, for a glimpse into David Cameron’s vision for … Continue reading
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Taxdodging – a breakdown in the dialectic
Campaigning organisation 38degrees has secured national newspaper ad space to run a full page adverts calling on the government to do something about the £120 billion lost through taxdodging. That amount alone is enough to wipe out a good part … Continue reading
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Rememberance Day – the most ironic day of the year
So today is Remembrance Day. Before I say what I am about to say, I believe in the importance of Remembrance Day, I believe in the memory of all those who have fought and died for our country to protect … Continue reading
