A word or two turns to poo

Fascist, that's a term I'd gladly see the back of. In my ideal world, it wouldn't find a place in our vocabulary, because no one would embody its ominous connotations. Similarly, I yearn for a society where we could retire other divisive labels like racist, xenophobe, misogynist, and Tory. These beliefs, with their divisive and … Continue reading A word or two turns to poo →

Recasting Youth, Britain

I've pondered an alternative to the government's youth conscription scheme, why not present it as a practical training opportunity in career paths beyond academia? Perhaps we could broaden the notion of apprenticeships.Back in my youth, to the best of my recollection, I was on an academic path that didn't suit me at all. I delved … Continue reading Recasting Youth, Britain →