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Canada, Matrix of Modernity

Posted on July 2, 2017 by leslie

Canada, Matrix of Modernity  On the Sesquicentennial of Canadian Confederation, Mark Wegierski considers the emergence of the “managerial-therapeutic regime” The Sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary) of Canadian Confederation is being celebrated in 2017 (July 1). Nevertheless, it is clear that Canada today … Continue reading →

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In Praise of Complacency, part 2

Posted on January 5, 2016 by leslie

In Praise of Complacency, part 2 Peter King does some lateral thinking We get annoyed with politicians when they fail to live up to their promises. But we cannot manage without them, even though we consider them to be the cause … Continue reading →

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Robbing Peter to pay Pedro ILANA MERCER

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Derek Turner

Robbing Peter to pay Pedro ILANA MERCER fingers the immigration hucksters When it comes to the vexation of immigration, the goalposts have shifted in mere weeks. Overnight the barking fest on TV has turned from how much immigration and amnesty … Continue reading →

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Making the going good for getting Out

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Derek Turner

Making the going good for getting Out ROBERT HENDERSON suggests some ways in which the No side can maximize its chances of winning the referendum on EU membership Amidst all the confusion and excitement of bringing about a referendum on … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Britain (perhaps)

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Derek Turner

Welcome to Britain (perhaps) SONYA JAY PORTER explores some anomalies of immigration into the UK Last summer, the Coalition brought into effect new immigration laws which are creating yet more difficulties for British nationals who want to marry citizens from … Continue reading →

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Colour (and culture) clashes

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Derek Turner

Colour (and culture) clashes ROBERT HENDERSON reviews a global survey of racial and cultural confrontations Ethnic Conflicts Tatu Vanhanen, Ulster Institute for Public Research, 326 pps, £23 hb, £18 pb This is not a book designed for easy bedtime reading. It is … Continue reading →

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‘Multiculturalism’ – uses and abuses of a modern cliche

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Derek Turner

‘Multiculturalism’ – uses and abuses of a modern cliché A.R. KNEEN deconstructs a much misunderstood term   We are all familiar with the term ‘multiculturalism’. This word[i] is used by many, including by those with power, authority and expertise – … Continue reading →

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Sea Changes

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Derek Turner

Sea Changes I am very pleased to announce that my immigration novel Sea Changes is now available as a paperback and e-book. A hardback edition will ensue. See http://www.amazon.com/Sea-Changes-Derek-Turner/dp/1593680023/ref=sr_1_35?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1343341874&sr=1-35&keywords=sea+changes Reviews to follow (gulp!). Derek Turner, 26th July 2012   Free Google … Continue reading →

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