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Contrary to Popular Belief, Immigrants Are a Massive Part of Our Success

December 2, 2019 Cameron Boyle 0

Despite public fears stoked by the media, immigrants are a vital part of the British economy and cultural life, says Cameron Boyle of Immigration News.

Unveiling Witchcraft and Pastoral Responsibility in Nigeria

November 29, 2019 Leo Igwe 0

Responsible Christians should condemn paranoia over witchcraft such as that spread by the Guardian (Nigeria) this year in their series Unveiling Witchcraft.

Where Each Party Stands on Self-ID and Women’s Rights

November 27, 2019 Katie Barker 1

The 2019 election is a complicated one for many who support women’s rights, particularly in the realm of gender identity and self-ID.

Labour Manifesto Promises Sex-Based Protections, But Also Self-ID: Questions Arise

November 21, 2019 Dan Fisher 0

The Labour Party’s 2019 Election Manifesto has promised to fully enforce single-sex spaces but also to allow gender self-ID. How do these promises interact?

Thistle Pettersen: How I Became the Most Hated Folk Singer in Madison

November 10, 2019 Thistle Pettersen 18

Thistle Pettersen, eco-feminist and singer/songwriter, describes how she was demonised and hounded out of venues for her feminist views and activism.

Not Just a Balloon – Does Donald Trump Wear Adult Diapers?

November 8, 2019 Dan Fisher 0

On the 7th of November, twitter user Max Howroute uploaded a video which purported to show US President Donald Trump wearing adult diapers.

Siya and the Springboks: The Racism Haunting Rugby in South Africa

November 7, 2019 Takudza Mazwienduna 0

There is a spectre of racism haunting the South African rugby victory at the world cup final. Attitudes towards team captain Siya demonstrate this.

Garden Court Chambers and the Public Shaming of Allison Bailey

October 30, 2019 Helen Saxby 3

Garden Court Chambers is ‘investigating’ Allison Bailey for being a founding member of the LGB alliance. This is no surprise given its associations.

‘America First’ and ‘Blame America First’ – Two Sides of the Same Coin

October 29, 2019 Gray Sergeant 0

The ‘blame America first’ brigade can no longer consistently call for ‘troops out’ as the bloody cost of American isolationism has been made clear.

Do We Truly See Her?: Heterosexism, Homophobia & Gender Dysphoria

October 28, 2019 Donovan Cleckley 1

The case of Jaah Kelly demonstrates how heterosexism and homophobia are key elements of the phenomenon known as gender dysphoria.

What Does Jordan Peterson’s Enforced Monogamy Actually Look Like? | Beatrice Louis

June 19, 2018 8

Monogamy enforced by social norms is an easily observable phenomenon in many parts of the world–and its consequences are deadly.
For a New Left | Dan Fisher

September 11, 2017 2

The first article in the “For a New Left” series looks at how and why we should begin to rebuild and re-establish left wing values.
The Spread of Anti-Christian Hatred in Egypt | Tara Abhasakun

July 21, 2017 0

The spread of anti-christian hatred in Egypt goes beyond ISIS to include non-violent groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood, and even former ruler Mobarak.
Cults and Terrorism: Can We Establish Parallels Between Noxious Belief Systems? | Sarah Mills

July 5, 2017 3

Can insights and lessons about human behavioural trends and group psychologies from cults help us understand and thereby reduce risks of terrorism today?
The Need for an Expanded Theory of Mind in an Era of Increasing Polarisation | Angelos Sofocleous

July 3, 2017 0

Can the Theory of Mind help us foster more empathy and drive us out of our bubbles? How can we achieve a world governed by facts in an era of polarisation?