Zoe Williams is right to question if voters can ever be satisfied. The problem governments face is trying to make social promises of quality public services through an economic model that doesn’t work for the majority. Unless we can ditch neoliberalism, which rewards capital not labour, inequality will continue to frustrate voters and defeat governments.
Trump's Hypocrisy on Violence
I was entertained by Donald Trump’s accusation that “so many people are incensed by [Jimmy] Kimmel’s despicable call to violence”, while Melania explained “Kimmel’s hateful and violent rhetoric is intended to divide our country”. A case of the Potus calling the Kimmel black.
Spurs Disappointment
John Crace laments the plight of his beloved Spurs. He should remember that the only thing you are guaranteed in sport is disappointment.
Social Media and the Over-80s
Trevor Hopper suggests that there should be social media restrictions for the over-65s. Let me, as an 88-year-old, assure him that, for me, such a restriction already exists – my total incomprehension of the whole wretched business.
Beatles' Trademark Challenge
I hope Yoko Ono won’t object to the sign in my front garden saying “Give Bees a Chance”.
