Measures that are “temporary and exceptional” tend to become permanent. A wall is being built, military is being used against refugees, imprisonment is being legalised.
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Austerity
The Connexion: More strikes in France as pension reform continues
Today (Friday January 24) marks the seventh national day of strikes in France against the government’s proposed pension reforms, as protesters call for more action on Wednesday, January 29, 30 and 31. Read here
Economics
The Local it: Italy announces plan to take over struggling Alitalia airline
Instead of pumping billions into private airlines, nations that need one should nationalise one flag carrier for 1 cent while letting the discount airlines go bankrupt, and start charging a fair price that also include […]
National Politics
Chip Gibbons: Assange’s Case Shows Why Reforming the Espionage Act Is Imperative for Press Freedom
Assange’s plea deal represents the Espionage Act’s latest affront to the First Amendment. Read HERE
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