Tag: diplomacy

Can motorists and cyclists ever be friends?

7 October 2016

My friend Josh recently posted on twitter: “The weird thing is there is literally nothing bad about more people cycling yet there is a cultural war against it.” Cyclists often feel marginalised— like everything has been setup to favour those with four wheels and an engine. And if you get into the vehicles, and talk […]

Please help kill ACTA on Saturday

9 February 2012

You may remember that a few weeks ago there a big outcry because Wikipedia blacked out for the day because of a proposed American law called SOPA which, due to the US's federal influence on the internet, would have had a chilling effect on websites you use everyday – Wikipedia, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube would have […]

"In Defence of Politics" – Political cynicism – is it justified?

27 September 2011

When you go to a someone on the street and ask them what their first thoughts on politicians? What answers would you expect to get? I just listened to a thought provoking radio program – initially I assumed I'd immediately form a firm opinion, having listened to it… but I'm still undecided. Have a listen […]