I want to start this post by showing my gratitude to all the NHS staffs who are risking their lives by fighting on the frontline to save lives. Every single one of you are heroes. The NHS is the best thing about this country, and you all are great ambassador. You’re the reason why we must all fight and protect the NHS. I also want to say thank you to all essential workers who are keeping us fed and keeping this country running. Without you we would all be starving, and society would’ve collapsed.
Couple of months ago, before everything went mad, I wanted to write a post regarding ‘unskilled’ workers. Under Brexit Britain, the government laid out their plans of what they considered unskilled jobs. The term itself I have an issue with. No jobs are unskilled. It does not exist. Every job is skilled. If a job were to be unskilled, anyone without any prior knowledge and training would be able to do it, without inputting their own skills. However, the government decided this would be based on salary and like all things it came down to money.
Showing posts with label politics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label politics. Show all posts
Rejecting Neo-liberalism
Once again the Left are fighting corruption, the media and the establishment. This time it is Bernie’s bid to become the Democratic presidential candidate. He is the only person who has a chance of beating Trump.
For a long time, politics was in a really boring place. Wherever you looked, whether it was on the “left or right”, most politicians held similar ideas and ideologies. It is why people often said, “it doesn’t matter who wins because they’re all the same.” Essentially, they were all the same. They had some small differences in policies, to keep hold of their roots, such as the left would invest more into the public sector. Ultimately, both side believed in neo-liberalism.
For a long time, politics was in a really boring place. Wherever you looked, whether it was on the “left or right”, most politicians held similar ideas and ideologies. It is why people often said, “it doesn’t matter who wins because they’re all the same.” Essentially, they were all the same. They had some small differences in policies, to keep hold of their roots, such as the left would invest more into the public sector. Ultimately, both side believed in neo-liberalism.
By Any Means Necessary
Racism is back in the news with the comments made by Stormzy, which was followed by racist abuse suffered by Chelsea player Rudiger. Whenever racism is discussed, there is a lot of finger pointing, and finding short-terms solutions, for a problem that has been around for decades. Of course, there’s been progress, compared to the 20th, 19th, 18th century etc. However, the events of the last decade has shown there has been a massive step backwards, with racism and hate crimes on the rise.
So how do we tackle racism and aim to eradicate this disease. Well we have to look at institutional racism. Unless we tackle institutional racism, we will continue living in a loop of progress and regress. What exactly is institutional racism? This is racism that is in the foundations of our society. Institutions like our politics, media, judiciary system, education etc. Unless we tackle racism in all of our institutions, we will not be able to eradicate racism. Racism will continue, and racist will be able to spread their hateful words and ideologies to others, especially to the future generations.
So how do we tackle racism and aim to eradicate this disease. Well we have to look at institutional racism. Unless we tackle institutional racism, we will continue living in a loop of progress and regress. What exactly is institutional racism? This is racism that is in the foundations of our society. Institutions like our politics, media, judiciary system, education etc. Unless we tackle racism in all of our institutions, we will not be able to eradicate racism. Racism will continue, and racist will be able to spread their hateful words and ideologies to others, especially to the future generations.
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Two Faced United Kingdom
During this election, the topic of racism and discrimination has been widespread, with accusation been thrown at both the Leader of the Conservatives and the Labour Party. Although, the topic has been discussed constantly, very little is actually being done by the establishment to actually tackle the issues being discussed. It is very much the blame game at the moment, with little constructive discussions taking place.
One man has been constantly attacked by the media, politician and the public for either being Anti-Semitic or his role in tackling the problem. Jeremy Corbyn has faced the full force of attacks by the establishment. Every interview he does, the topic of Anti-Semitism is brought up, even when the event is about something completely different. On the other hand, the media do very little to hold an actual racist to account. Boris Johnson is playing politics on easy mode. A comparison of the two will show that Johnson has been given an easy ride for this comments and track record. On top of that, the media never talk about the racism and discrimination in other parties and also the discussion very rarely looks at the problem society has with racism and discrimination.
One man has been constantly attacked by the media, politician and the public for either being Anti-Semitic or his role in tackling the problem. Jeremy Corbyn has faced the full force of attacks by the establishment. Every interview he does, the topic of Anti-Semitism is brought up, even when the event is about something completely different. On the other hand, the media do very little to hold an actual racist to account. Boris Johnson is playing politics on easy mode. A comparison of the two will show that Johnson has been given an easy ride for this comments and track record. On top of that, the media never talk about the racism and discrimination in other parties and also the discussion very rarely looks at the problem society has with racism and discrimination.
Register to Vote
As we near the general election on December 12th it is really important everyone has registered to vote. The deadline to vote is on Tuesday 26th November at 11:59pm. Anyone not registered to vote past this time will not be able to fulfil their right as a British citizen to vote in the general election. An election which will bring in massive changes, whoever wins.
We are very lucky to live in a country where we democratically elect out members of parliament. We one of only 20 countries to be labelled as fully democratic by The Economist website, although I do believe we need reforms to our democratic process. It is not a privilege to be able to vote. It should be a right of every adult to vote in a democratic election in their country. We should not take this right lightly, especially after everything people have done to fight for their rights to vote.
We are very lucky to live in a country where we democratically elect out members of parliament. We one of only 20 countries to be labelled as fully democratic by The Economist website, although I do believe we need reforms to our democratic process. It is not a privilege to be able to vote. It should be a right of every adult to vote in a democratic election in their country. We should not take this right lightly, especially after everything people have done to fight for their rights to vote.
Dear Liberal Democrats
The Lib Dems are playing a dangerous game with the lives of people in this country. They can no longer call themselves the party for remainers if they aren’t willing to back Jeremy Corbyn’s proposal for a temporary government. The most baffling thing about the Lib Dems is that they say one thing, but their actions show another. What the last week has shown is that they are in fact the party of anti-Corbyn, than the party for remain voters.
Since the results of the referendum in 2016, the Lib Dems have been calling for a second referendum, or a people’s vote on the type of Brexit, against remain. However, a second referendum has not been a realistic option, until now.
Since the results of the referendum in 2016, the Lib Dems have been calling for a second referendum, or a people’s vote on the type of Brexit, against remain. However, a second referendum has not been a realistic option, until now.
Racism in Football
The new premier league season is only two weeks in and we’re already facing a racism crisis. In the super cup final, Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham missed the crucial penalty against Liverpool. On the weekend, Paul Pogba missed a penalty against the Wolves. On both occasions, the players were racially abused on social media.
Just like every other time, people come out condemning what has happened and everyone is up in arms. They can’t believe this has happened in the beautiful game. When Tammy Abraham was racially abused by his own fans, everyone put it down to “well that’s Chelsea fans for you”. Now Paul Pogba has been abused by his own Manchester United fans. The narrative is that it’s not Man Utd fans. It’s in fact people posing as Man Utd fans.
Just like every other time, people come out condemning what has happened and everyone is up in arms. They can’t believe this has happened in the beautiful game. When Tammy Abraham was racially abused by his own fans, everyone put it down to “well that’s Chelsea fans for you”. Now Paul Pogba has been abused by his own Manchester United fans. The narrative is that it’s not Man Utd fans. It’s in fact people posing as Man Utd fans.
Modi and his Supporters are Stealing India’s Diverse Culture
Today is India’s Independence Day. A day where Indians, across the country and around the world, celebrate the end of the vicious British rule over the area. It is also a day to celebrate the cultural diversity of India. However, now is not the time to celebrate. Narendra Modi and the Hindutva are leading a fascist regime across the region.
To most people, a culturally diverse country is one which has people of different colours: a country affected by immigration. However, India is probably the most diverse country in the world. It is not just a country of “brown” faces.
To most people, a culturally diverse country is one which has people of different colours: a country affected by immigration. However, India is probably the most diverse country in the world. It is not just a country of “brown” faces.
Modi is Beginning to Resemble Hitler
Celebrations are rife around the world for Eid-ul-Adha, yet Kashmir is continuing to bleed in the silence that Modi’s fascist vengeance has created.
The revocation of Article 370 has led to a series of human rights violations far more sinister than the world knows. Having issued an absolute blackout, telecommunication has been cut off in its entirety, silencing the dissent of Kashmiris. Tourists and journalists have been driven out of the region, immediately replaced by troops numbering 35000, the largest deployment in the world at this time.
The revocation of Article 370 has led to a series of human rights violations far more sinister than the world knows. Having issued an absolute blackout, telecommunication has been cut off in its entirety, silencing the dissent of Kashmiris. Tourists and journalists have been driven out of the region, immediately replaced by troops numbering 35000, the largest deployment in the world at this time.
We Can’t Take Any Chances with Tackling this Climate Crisis
Climate Crisis is the biggest threat mankind has ever faced regarding its existence. We need to treat it as if it’s an external force trying to destroy the planet. The way fictional movies treat threats, where everyone gets together to solve a crisis. We can’t leave it for the future generations to deal with this threat. We must act now, and together.
A person becomes extremely ill and they visit their doctor to find out what is wrong. The doctor tells the patient “you need to change your lifestyle or else you will die soon”. This is something none of us want to hear, so what does the patient do? The patient could take the doctors advise on board and change the way their life is being lived. On the other hand, the patient could carry on living life like normal and take the risk. Of course, the doctor is not always right, and the patient could survive, but the odds of that happening would be against the patient.
A person becomes extremely ill and they visit their doctor to find out what is wrong. The doctor tells the patient “you need to change your lifestyle or else you will die soon”. This is something none of us want to hear, so what does the patient do? The patient could take the doctors advise on board and change the way their life is being lived. On the other hand, the patient could carry on living life like normal and take the risk. Of course, the doctor is not always right, and the patient could survive, but the odds of that happening would be against the patient.
Obama is a Liberal Hero… But isn’t a Hero for the Rest of Us
We are constantly told about the great times under the presidency of Barack Obama. He is compared to his successor, Donald Trump. However, does Obama being a better human being than Donald Trump – the spawn of Satan – make him a great individual? You would not compare people like Martin Luther King Jr. or Nelson Mandela to someone like Adolf Hitler. Yes, Trump succeeded Obama, but the comparisons need to stop. Obama may be the lesser of the two evils, but he is no saint.
Liberals of America will show you Obama’s great success story, and his record as president to make you believe he is the hero that we need… that we deserve. But let us actually look at his record as president. Let us not limit his record to the people of America. After all, the presidency does affect the rest of the world, since America is the largest colonial power at the moment.
Liberals of America will show you Obama’s great success story, and his record as president to make you believe he is the hero that we need… that we deserve. But let us actually look at his record as president. Let us not limit his record to the people of America. After all, the presidency does affect the rest of the world, since America is the largest colonial power at the moment.
Gun Control
I’m not surprised anymore. My heart still sinks every time the headlines appear, but I know the epidemic will fail to die down under Trump’s presidency.
I’ve adamantly stuck to the the belief that people shouldn’t have access to weapons. Not just weapons of mass destruction, but weapons of any sort under any circumstances, including personal protection. There’s no valid reason for civilians to be armed – the notion is simple. Those who are armed for protection set the tone for others: that guns are an aspect of everyday life. This not only gives others the incentive to carry, but it also exacerbates the likelihood of such weapons being used mindlessly in confrontation. Violence in humans is a given, and with guns in the mix, it’s inevitable that their use will be frequent and unnecessarily fatal.
I’ve adamantly stuck to the the belief that people shouldn’t have access to weapons. Not just weapons of mass destruction, but weapons of any sort under any circumstances, including personal protection. There’s no valid reason for civilians to be armed – the notion is simple. Those who are armed for protection set the tone for others: that guns are an aspect of everyday life. This not only gives others the incentive to carry, but it also exacerbates the likelihood of such weapons being used mindlessly in confrontation. Violence in humans is a given, and with guns in the mix, it’s inevitable that their use will be frequent and unnecessarily fatal.
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