Tag Archives: British politics

Theresa May: Full of unimpressive overconfidence?

Posted on May 12, 2017 by odeboyz

Theresa May’s endless talk of “strong and stable” leadership… poses the question: is she really strong or is this yet another example of overconfidence? Dogmatism and inflexibility are not the same as strength. Often, people boast of qualities they are … Continue reading →

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Arthur Balfour on politics

Posted on July 15, 2014 by odeboyz

“Nothing matters very much, and few things matter at all.” British Prime Minister 1902- 05

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British Politicians

Posted on May 20, 2014 by odeboyz

Posturing and posing for TV Youthful, telegenic, emptied of fire Emptied of purpose, emptied of leadership Millionaire, silver spooned, entitled Products of the clone factory- A network factory- A friends-for-life factory Engineered by inherited wealth Shaping our world to suit … Continue reading →

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