Compare and contrast

Another post of just links to other people I’m afraid. First up a post over at Harr’s place discussing why we’re doing so badly at dealing with Islamic extremism, and then over at the Grumpy old Twat American TV showing us where our current policy is getting us. Enjoy. +30

Public spaces in London

A while back I linked to the Evening Standard report on the new and improved ring of steel and the topic also game up both on the last little walk I went on and in comments about it. so it’s interesting to note that the London Assembly Planning and Housing Committee are “reportedly” going to be talking about private management of public spaces. I saw “reportedly” because although the press release mentions that the “private management of public space can mean Londoners are excluded from parts of the capital or subject to arbitrary rules around activities like filming” , there’s … Continue reading

Ron Paul on the TSA

Probably old news to loads of you, but just got linked to this, Ron Paul making some excellent points about airport/aircraft security and relying on the Government to protect us generally. The comparative fatality rates given are quite striking. If you’ve not seen it it’s just 5 minutes so enjoy. +10