Essays, aphorisms, quotes and poems

Why Socrates Would Vote for Corbyn

Honesty in politics is hard and the price paid by politicians who are willing to be honest is often brutal.

Gangster Economics

Gangsterism, not liberalism, better describes the current economic system.

Confusopoly: Lessons for Social Change

Many so-called markets seem purposefully confusing.

From Cameron to May - The Invisibility of Justice

Politicians of the Left need to make Justice loveable.

Two Conflicting Forms of Neoliberalism

Within the ideals of neoliberalism lurks a greater evil - meritocratic elitism.

Why Is It So Hard? It's Time for Action

We cannot expect to see the changes we want to just emerge, naturally. We need to be willing to act differently.

10 Things I Love About Finland

Reflections on the wonderful Suomi - hyvä maa

Questions about Disability Cuts

Answering questions on welfare reform and disability benefit cuts.