Why Custard Has No Place In Politics
I can’t claim a great love for Lord Mandelson, but throwing green custard in his face is just plane stupid. Describing him as ‘slimy’ is an opinion, one that is shared by many, but does it advance a debate? Of…
Politics in the Zeros
"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
Politics in the Zeros
"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
Category Politics
William Morris Interview. New Century Foundation
Last week I interviewed William Morris of the Next Century Foundation. They are involved in conflict resolution in places such as Gaza, Iraq and also facilitate track 2 dialogues, for example arranging confidential discussions between Hamas and people who publically…
Europe, Gaza and how the European Parliament works
We have two excellent interviews with Chris Davies, one of Britain’s most effective Members of the European Parliament and recently nominated as MEP of the Year. He’s recently visited Gaza, and blogged from there. He’s also known for leaking a…
The role of a central government
“The ability of the global system to dampen instability and prevent failure is nearing zero. We have neither the organizational frameworks necessary for global governance nor the precise tools of global policy required… Any chance of real global change must…
The elusive quest for democracy
About 3,200 years ago something extraordinary happened: a group of people formed a new society in a unique way. Where they came from is open to debate. Some say the indigenous people rose up and overthrew their oppressors. Some say…