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Don't Read The Guardian
The Guardian believes they are a beacon for the best in news and opinion; unfortunately they are no more than opinionated-news. Infuriatingly, The Guardian was voted as the most trusted newspaper in the UK, so not everyone will get behind this rant, however I feel the need to share my opinion.
Stop Abbott
If there is no such thing as bad publicity then can someone please explain the glaring exception to the rule - Abbott. Shadow Home Secretary Diane Abbott is the human embodiment of the Labour Party's missteps. If ever an MP rolls their eyes, expect to see Abbott giving a nonsensical rant about ten subjects at once. Abbott is the political version of turning up to PE at secondary school and for some reason the substitute geography teacher is in charge. You know that they were hired in the first place, they must know something. So why are they hunched in the corner of the gym, fumbling to find their words, whilst being pummelled by basketballs?
How the Nordic countries are reinventing finance
The past few decades have seen a massive transformation of almost every industry. The change has primarily been driven by global technological advancement. Almost every sector is now being digitalized in an attempt to meet the needs of modern society. However, the financial industry is a frontrunner in almost every country in terms of the digitalization rate.
Giorgi MikhelidzePublished 4 years ago in The SwampUneasy Lies the Head that Wears the Homburg Hat
People say that the works of William Shakespeare are analyses and reflections of our human condition; whether of the story is about doomed love, political ambition turned to bloodshed, or situational humor which turned the simplistic things of life into the funniest of material. Yet, very rarely can people see such reflections of life in Shakespeare, which can also be made in real history. After all, Shakespeare himself was not a historian. He was a starving playwright who wrote propaganda pieces to entertain and (partially) educate the plebeians and royals of Elizabethan England. However, such characters such as Richard III, Marc Antony, and Prince Hal (King Henry V) can be reflected in terms of their styles of personality and leader ship in numerous figures throughout our history, whether if such people brandished a sword and crown or a cigar and glass of whiskey. The purpose of this essay is to examine how the leadership theory of how leaders are made, not born, can be seen in the works of British literature (The Henriad: Henry IV Part 1, Henry IV Part 2, & Henry V) and can also transcend into real figures of England’s history (Sir. Winston Churchill).
Jacob HerrPublished 4 years ago in The SwampLet's All Clap for the White Man
The White Savior Complex is sometimes accredited to Rudyard Kipling's The White Man's Burden, a poem espousing the moral obligations of white folks to civilize non-whites living in the darkest corners of the earth. Inspired by the Phillipine-American War, Kipling urges the White Man (sic) to exercise patience and fearlessness in meeting the needs of his captives, (in this case the Filipinos,) who are described as "Half devil and half child". It seems strange that an India-born White Man would describe his brown-bodied brethren in such a way; yet the roots of white supremacy run deep and does not require strength in numbers, and remember that his most famous work does center around a brown-bodied man-cub who was raised by wolves. And how lauded Kipling is today for having brought such humanity not only to the beloved animals of The Jungle Book, but to the uncivilized Mowgli as well.
Ashley MellingerPublished 4 years ago in The SwampWhen Will The System Stop Failing Our Children
Look at this commercial. The inevitably sad truth is, grievously that that's all it is. A commercial. A fraudulent method to sway you into doing the right thing, being a precious baby's voice, just as you should be. All of these vulnerable children represent the millions of children that are irrevocably bound to rampant poverty, unbearable pain, and immoral neglect.
The Darkest SunrisePublished 4 years ago in The SwampThe Coronavirus Crisis Is the Wake-up America Was Due For
America has been relying on imprudent economic, domestic, and foreign policy for decades. We’re facing the harsh consequences of those mistakes now. Most of the issues facing the country could have been prevented or mitigated. Instead, politicians have ignored and exasperated the problems by kicking them down the road for future leaders. Many of our leaders are more concerned about their political future than that of the country.
Gregory AlanPublished 4 years ago in The SwampWill COVID-19 Be Guilty Of The End of Globalization And The New World Order?
The coronavirus epidemic (COVID-19) in the world has been spreading exponentially and endangers the population as a whole, I am talking about a worldwide fight against an invisible entity. This virus has currently manifested some disadvantages of broad international integration and world trade. In this essay I would like to focus on the geopolitical aspect of the situation that the question asks, will COVID-19 be guilty of the end of globalization and the new world order?
Andrea EscuderoPublished 4 years ago in The SwampShame on You, GM and the UAW
Originally promising production of 40,000 ventilators immediately, once the CARES Act was passed, GM decreased their offer of production to 6,000 ventilators in 6 weeks, also at increased prices. This is what caused the Trump administration to invoke the Defense Production Act (Hansen, 2020).
Amanda SpradlinPublished 4 years ago in The SwampPolice Brutality: What Fuels Police Militarization and Brutality in Kenya?
The primary duty of the Kenya Police Service is to guard the public against criminal wrongdoers and, when the need arises, restore civil order. Ideally, they should respect the moral dignity of every Kenyan regardless of age, gender, religion, tribe, race, or political affiliation. But that is not always the case. Our law enforcers are characterized by the use of military tactics and equipment, and a culture of inhumanity and intolerance. The danger of this unfortunate trend is that it jeopardizes the legitimacy and trust that Kenyans have towards the law enforcers. But as much as we have a right to demand better policing from our officers, we should also interrogate the role we play as a society, including the policy makers we elect, in making our police so brutal. Here are 5 factors that I feel have fueled police militarization, brutality, and inhumanity in Kenya:
Robert GitauPublished 4 years ago in The SwampWill We Survive Operation COVID-19?
One question that has been going around lately in every city and every household is will we survive the coronavirus epidemic? Are we going to be around for our next birthday the children may ask or will I be around to see my kids graduate some adults are wondering.
Joella TerryPublished 4 years ago in The SwampBuckingham Palace silent on whether or not Queen Elizabeth II has been tested for coronavirus
According to USA Today, Buckingham Palace is remaining silent regarding whether or not Queen Elizabeth II or her husband Prince Phillip have been tested for the coronavirus. The 93 year old monarch had contact with British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on March 11, and her son Prince Charles on the 12th. Both men tested positive for Covid-19 and have self quarantined. The Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla Parker Bowles was tested and it came back negative. Royal watchers are concerned about the Queen and her 98 year old husband because their advanced years put them at risk for serious health issues should they have the dreaded disease, but thus far there has been no news.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 4 years ago in The Swamp