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Why politics should be a young person’s game
The US presidential debate, played out in full on radio 5 was unedifying. It featured a conflicted felon beating up an 82 year old man who seemed mildly demented. To coin a phrase from the previous night’s UK debate “is … Continue reading
An election campaign – witless on pensions
How do we look back on the last five years? Wars, a pandemic, an unnecessary economic crisis – chaos? A change of leader , once , twice , three times , but no change in Government – until July 4th … Continue reading
Vote early, vote late
Polling stations are open today from 7 am. They close at 10 pm. Some people will drive or cycle miles, some will walk, some will be driven. All over Britain people will make an effort to vote. Will you? … Continue reading
Snap elections – people – and policy! #GE17
Snapping people The cost of a snap general election will be highest for the politicians, their advisers and their families who lose their livelihoods on June 8th. It is tough on MPs, especially those who joined since the 5 year term … Continue reading
I believe in a promised land
Being on a rock mid-Atlantic gives you some new perspectives. Like why our jam doesn’t taste of fruit – and how we manage to keep our dogs quiet in the morning. Listening to the dogs of Santa Lucia shout accross … Continue reading
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Excellent election digest from Age UK
With the general election fast approaching on 7th May 2015, it’s time to decide which party you will soon be voting for. Many of you may have already decided, but for those who are still unsure, we have looked into … Continue reading