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Why Did The British Celebrate Thatcher's Death?

It might be difficult for some to imagine why Margaret Thatcher's death will be celebrated in many towns and cities across the UK. Here is an explanation, not a justification.

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Political Issues

What Can Australians Do About the Current Political Situation?

"What can I do about treatment of refugees," "I am appalled at what mining is doing to our country, but I don't know what to do about it!" These cries are now heard on many forums.

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World Politics

An American owns Australia

Australia recently had an election (13th Sept 2013) and the winner, in theory, is the top dog in Australia. But he isn't.

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Laws and Requirements

Gun Laws in The United Kingdom

British gun laws are extremely tight, and they contribute to the United Kingdom's low rate of gun crime.

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Political Issues

The Christian View of Political Leadership

To exercise political authority is a worthy task, but you need to be properly prepared.

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Political Issues

Why Terrorism Cannot Win

In London this week there was a futile and counterproductive act of terrorism.

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World Politics

Understanding the British Political System

The British system is based on the sovereignty of parliament under a constitutional monarch.

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Political Issues

England and Scotland: a personal reflection

The nations that are most likely to detest each other are neighbours, but they are often close and cannot truly live separate from each other.

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Political Issues

England's Own Anthem

Many English people are irritated that while Scotland and Wales have their own anthems, England does not and has to be content with God Save the Queen, the British anthem.

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Voting and Elections

What now for the United Kingdom

The United Kingdom survived the independence referendum, but major constitutional questions are rising.

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Voting and Elections

Countdown to Crisis: the looming electoral problems in the United Kingdom

In the coming general election due in May no party is likely to have a majority, but the Scots Nationalists might hold the balance of power.

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Political Issues

John Stuart Mill: a thinker for our time

The nineteenth century philosopher was an arch-exponent of freedom of speech and choice of lifestyles.

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World Politics

What will 2011 go down in history for?

2011 will have been a memorable year to each of us for many reasons but how will history remember it?

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Political Issues

Brexit: a political catastrophe

The vote for the UK to leave Europe was a disaster that threatens the unity,prosperity and stability of the country and damages Europe.

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Other Politics

Introducing Northern England

The North of England is a place with its own distinct identity that is sometimes overlooked by non-British and is often stereotyped.

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Political Leaders

Why are so Many People Mourning the Death of Tony Benn?

A firebrand Socialist of the old school, Tony Benn had time to listen to everyone. His radical politics were for the people, not the establishment elite.

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Voting and Elections

An Open Letter to All Ron Paul Supporters

Instead of launching insults at people who criticize Ron Paul, perhaps Ron Paul sheeple should question his credentials a bit more.

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Political Issues

The Great British Brexit Mess

The troubles in the UK are due to many years promulgation of of poisonous ideas and neglect of the ordinary people.

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