Thatcherism and Reaganomics have been demolished by the very animal spirits of the free markets that, some 40 years ago, they unleashed in good faith. History has come full circle, with neoliberalism, like the mythical monster Ouroboros, devouring its own tail. The same problems can be seen elsewhere. In Germany, not only has the dream ofContinue reading “Thatcherism and Reaganomics demolished”
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How willing are people to stand up for their values and beliefs
One can find several people doing violence against the truth. Similarly, there is Richard Martin who claims that fascism and communism are twin brothers.
What happened over the weekend in the weekend of 2022 12-14 November
If you would have missed the news over the weekend of 12-14 November, here is a summary of some news events that should be allowed to grab your attention.
The Telegraph’s Frontpage in the morning of 2022/11/03
By Danny Boyle Good morning. The Bank of England is expected to unveil the biggest interest rate rise since Black Wednesday. On the other side of the Atlantic, US officials are ‘concerned’ about Russian sabre-rattling. Rising inflation may sink house prices by 30pc As it tries to control the runaway inflation that is battering BritishContinue reading “The Telegraph’s Frontpage in the morning of 2022/11/03”
Fascism
Originally posted on K C Sunbeam:
Different people define Fascism in different ways. Here is the most common definition, which is a core principle that I advocate. Quoting Merriam-Webster: “A political philosophy, movement, or regime that exalts nation and often race above the individual and that stands for a centralized autocratic government headed by a…
Full text of Pope Francis’ Interview with ‘La Vanguardia’
Vatican City, Jun 13, 2014 / 07:00 am (CNA/EWTN News).- In an interview granted with Spanish-language magazine “La Vanguardia” on Monday, Pope Francis lauded Pius XII for his efforts in saving Jews, discussed Orthodox-Catholic relations, as well as the motivations behind his prayer meeting at the Vatican last Sunday. Below, please find the full textContinue reading “Full text of Pope Francis’ Interview with ‘La Vanguardia’”
Message of Pope Francis I for the 48th World Communications Day
Communication at the Service of an Authentic Culture of Encounter [Sunday, 1 June 2014] Dear Brothers and Sisters, Today we are living in a world which is growing ever “smaller” and where, as a result, it would seem to be easier for all of us to be neighbours. Developments in travel and communications technology areContinue reading “Message of Pope Francis I for the 48th World Communications Day”